FAQ from finlight.me
What is finlight.me?
finlight.me is a real-time financial news API fused with AI-powered predictive insights — engineered to transform unstructured news into quantifiable, actionable intelligence. It goes beyond headlines and sentiment scores to deliver forward-looking signals like event-driven volatility probability, cross-asset correlation shifts, and regulatory risk escalation metrics — all delivered with sub-second latency and enterprise-grade reliability.
How to use finlight.me?
Start with one API call: authenticate, define your scope (e.g., “all mentions of ‘oil prices’ + ‘OPEC’ in English-language sources published in last 60 seconds”), and receive enriched JSON with full text, sentiment polarity, named entities, impact score, and predictive confidence intervals. Scale seamlessly via WebSockets for continuous streams or batch historical pulls — no SDK required, no vendor lock-in.
Who is finlight.me for?
Quant researchers building alpha signals, fintech product teams embedding news intelligence, compliance officers automating regulatory watchlists, and data engineers constructing real-time financial data pipelines. If your workflow depends on *timely, trustworthy, and interpretable* news — not just volume — finlight.me is purpose-built for you.
Can I try finlight.me for free?
Yes — our Free Tier includes 1,000 API calls/month, full access to real-time and historical endpoints (2023–2025), basic sentiment, and core filtering. No credit card needed. Upgrade anytime — your keys, queries, and integrations carry over seamlessly.
What kind of news data can I access with finlight.me?
Curated financial news (earnings, M&A, central bank decisions), macroeconomic reports (CPI, PMI, employment), geopolitical developments (sanctions, elections, trade policy), sector-specific updates (biotech FDA approvals, crypto regulation), and regulatory filings — all normalized, deduplicated, and tagged with financial context.
How often is the news data updated?
Real-time indexing begins within 1–3 seconds of public publication. Our crawlers monitor feeds 24/7, with priority processing for high-impact sources (e.g., Bloomberg Terminal feeds, Reuters Newsroom, SEC EDGAR). Historical archives are updated daily with retroactive enrichment.
Is there customer support if I need help?
Absolutely. Free-tier users get community Discord and email support. Pro and Enterprise subscribers receive SLA-backed response times (<2 hours), dedicated API integration reviews, and access to our open-source SDKs and Postman collections. Our docs include working code samples in Python, JavaScript, Rust, and Go.
What’s next for the app in terms of features and updates?
Upcoming: Custom model fine-tuning (bring your own LLM), earnings surprise prediction modules, ESG event scoring, multi-source consensus scoring, and native integration with popular data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, AWS EventBridge). All beta features are available first to paid-tier users.
Are there any hidden charges or fees?
No. Transparent, per-request pricing. No overage fees, no setup costs, no minimum commitments. Your billing reflects only what you use — and you control it entirely through your dashboard.
What is a News API?
A News API is a programmatic interface that delivers structured, machine-readable news content — enabling applications to ingest, filter, analyze, and act on global information at scale. Unlike RSS or web scraping, a production-grade News API guarantees uptime, consistency, attribution, and legal compliance — critical for financial systems where accuracy and auditability are non-negotiable.
What payment methods do you accept for finlight.me plans?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Apple Pay via Stripe — PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant. Annual billing offers up to 20% savings.
Can I switch between finlight.me pricing plans as my needs change?
Yes — instantly. Upgrade, downgrade, or pause your plan anytime from your dashboard. Prorated adjustments apply, and your API keys remain active throughout the transition.
What happens if I exceed my monthly request limit?
Your API calls will return a 429 status with clear guidance. You’ll receive proactive email alerts at 80% and 95% usage. To avoid interruption, simply upgrade — or contact sales for burst capacity options.
Do you offer custom or enterprise pricing for large-scale needs?
Yes. Enterprise plans include unlimited requests, private data pipelines, custom source onboarding, white-glove onboarding, SOC 2-compliant infrastructure, and a dedicated solutions engineer. Request a demo.
How do I get support if I have questions about my plan or integration?
Email [email protected] or join our Discord server. Paid customers also get priority Slack access and quarterly technical office hours with our engineering leads.
Can I cancel my finlight.me subscription at any time?
Yes — with one click in your dashboard. Your subscription remains active until the end of the current billing cycle, with full access to all features and data exports. No penalties, no hoops.