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# Introduction
The Fotokite API is an HTTP API to be used in a local network, with request and response bodies encoded in JSON format. It is designed as a high-level interface, enabling users to both receive data and control the system. It supports the core features available in Fotokite Live (Learn more in [Fotokite Live Walkthrough](https://manual.fotokite.com/fotokite-live-walkthrough)). The API is intended to allow customers and partners to build their own integrations and automations with ease.
The API provides three different ways of retrieving information.
* REST interface - For infrequent information and commanding the system.
* WebSocket interface - For frequently changing information/telemetry.
* RTSP Streams - For the video streams.
## Disclaimer
Developers using the Fotokite API are responsible for ensuring their applications comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to local and national aviation authorities (e.g., the FAA or equivalent regulatory bodies). Fotokite assumes no responsibility for any use of its APIs that violates such regulations. The API is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
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