What is the current oil price?

Oil prices are updated every 5 minutes on our platform. Brent crude and WTI prices are available in real-time through our API and website. Visit oilpriceapi.com for live prices.

How do I get oil price data via API?

Sign up for free at oilpriceapi.com to get an API key instantly. Our RESTful API provides real-time Brent, WTI, and natural gas prices in JSON format. Free tier includes 1,000 requests in 7-day trial.

What is the difference between Brent and WTI oil?

Brent crude comes from the North Sea and is the global benchmark for about 60% of world oil trade. WTI (West Texas Intermediate) comes from the US and is the benchmark for North American oil. Brent typically trades at a premium to WTI.

Is the Oil Price API free?

Yes, we offer a free tier with 100 API requests per month, no credit card required. Paid plans start at $15/month for higher usage limits and additional features like historical data access.

How often is oil price data updated?

Our oil price data is updated every 5 minutes from trusted market sources. We provide real-time prices for Brent crude, WTI, natural gas, and other commodities with 99.9% uptime.