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Modern Image API for Developers
Fast, scalable and easy-to-use image service for your projects
Simple Solution for Your Image Needs
PicSum:DEV offers developers and designers fast, scalable and API-based random or specific ID images.
Easy to Use, Elegant Placeholders
Add the desired image size (width and height) to our URL, get a random image instantly:
https://picsum.dev/800/300
Square Images
By adding a single number to our URL, you can create a square image of that size:
https://picsum.dev/300/600
Static Images
By adding a static parameter to our URL, you can create a consistent image:
https://picsum.dev/300?static
Calling an Image with a Specific ID
Do you want to call the same image constantly? You can use a fixed image by specifying an ID:
https://picsum.dev/api/v1/id/5/400/300
Apply Creative Effects
You can customize images by adding various effects:
https://picsum.dev/api/v1/effects/3/400/300?grayscale
Features
Fast and Reliable
Access quickly from all over the world thanks to optimum CDN performance.
Customizable
Adjust images to your exact needs using desired size, effects and filters.
Modern API
RESTful API provides easy integration with various programming languages and frameworks.
Create a Free Account
Create a free account to access advanced API features, upload your own images and get more API request limits.
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