> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.anysite.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart Guide

> Get started with Anysite in minutes

## Quick Setup

Get up and running with Anysite in just a few steps:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Get Your API Key">
    Sign up at [anysite.io](https://anysite.io) and generate your API key from the dashboard.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Make Your First Request">
    Test your API key with a simple request:

    ```bash theme={null}
    curl -X GET "https://api.anysite.io/token/statistic" \
      -H "access-token: YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN"
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Your Integration">
    Select the integration method that best fits your workflow:

    * **REST API** for direct integration
    * **MCP Server** for AI tools (Claude, Cursor)
    * **n8n Nodes** for workflow automation
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Common Use Cases

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Lead Generation" icon="users">
    Extract LinkedIn profiles, find contact information, and build prospect lists
  </Card>

  <Card title="Social Media Monitoring" icon="chart-line">
    Track brand mentions, competitor analysis, and social sentiment
  </Card>

  <Card title="Content Research" icon="magnifying-glass">
    Gather insights from Reddit discussions, LinkedIn posts, and industry conversations
  </Card>

  <Card title="Market Intelligence" icon="brain">
    Analyze trends, track influencers, and monitor industry developments
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Quick Examples

### LinkedIn Profile Search

<CodeGroup>
  ```bash cURL theme={null}
  curl -X POST "https://api.anysite.io/api/linkedin/search/users" \
    -H "access-token: YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN" \
    -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
    -d '{"keywords": "marketing manager", "count": 5}'
  ```

  ```python Python theme={null}
  import requests

  headers = {
      'access-token': 'YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN',
      'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  }
  data = {
      'keywords': 'marketing manager',
      'count': 5
  }

  response = requests.post(
      'https://api.anysite.io/api/linkedin/search/users',
      headers=headers,
      json=data
  )

  profiles = response.json()
  ```

  ```javascript JavaScript theme={null}
  const response = await fetch(
    'https://api.anysite.io/api/linkedin/search/users',
    {
      method: 'POST',
      headers: {
        'access-token': 'YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN',
        'Content-Type': 'application/json'
      },
      body: JSON.stringify({
        keywords: 'marketing manager',
        count: 5
      })
    }
  );

  const profiles = await response.json();
  ```
</CodeGroup>

### Instagram Post Analysis

<CodeGroup>
  ```bash cURL theme={null}
  curl -X POST "https://api.anysite.io/api/instagram/user/posts" \
    -H "access-token: YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN" \
    -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
    -d '{"user": "techcompany", "count": 10}'
  ```

  ```python Python theme={null}
  import requests

  headers = {
      'access-token': 'YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN',
      'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  }
  data = {
      'user': 'techcompany',
      'count': 10
  }

  response = requests.post(
      'https://api.anysite.io/api/instagram/user/posts',
      headers=headers,
      json=data
  )

  posts = response.json()
  ```
</CodeGroup>

### Reddit Discussion Monitoring

<CodeGroup>
  ```bash cURL theme={null}
  curl -X POST "https://api.anysite.io/api/reddit/search/posts" \
    -H "access-token: YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN" \
    -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
    -d '{"query": "artificial intelligence", "count": 20}'
  ```

  ```python Python theme={null}
  import requests

  headers = {
      'access-token': 'YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN',
      'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  }
  data = {
      'query': 'artificial intelligence',
      'count': 20
  }

  response = requests.post(
      'https://api.anysite.io/api/reddit/search/posts',
      headers=headers,
      json=data
  )

  discussions = response.json()
  ```
</CodeGroup>

## Integration Paths

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="REST API">
    **Best for:** Custom applications, direct integrations, microservices

    * Full control over requests and data processing
    * Support for all programming languages
    * Real-time data extraction
    * Custom rate limiting and error handling

    [View API Documentation →](/api-reference)
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="MCP Server">
    **Best for:** AI tools integration, Claude/Cursor workflows

    * Direct integration with AI development environments
    * Natural language interface for data extraction
    * Context-aware data retrieval
    * Seamless workflow integration

    [Setup MCP Server →](/mcp-server/installation)
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="n8n Nodes">
    **Best for:** Workflow automation, no-code solutions

    * Visual workflow builder
    * Pre-built automation templates
    * Scheduled data extraction
    * Integration with 400+ other services

    [Install n8n Nodes →](/n8n-nodes/installation)
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Rate Limits & Best Practices

<Warning>
  Be mindful of rate limits to ensure optimal performance:

  * **Free tier**: 100 requests/hour
  * **Pro tier**: 1,000 requests/hour
  * **Enterprise**: Custom limits

  Always implement exponential backoff for retries and respect platform-specific guidelines.
</Warning>

<Tip>
  **Pro Tips:**

  * Use specific search filters to get more relevant results
  * Implement caching for frequently accessed data
  * Monitor your API usage in the dashboard
  * Use webhook endpoints for real-time updates when available
</Tip>

## Need Help?

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="API Reference" icon="book" href="/api-reference">
    Complete API reference and guides
  </Card>

  <Card title="ReDoc API Docs" icon="api" href="https://api.anysite.io/redoc">
    Interactive API documentation
  </Card>

  <Card title="GitHub" icon="github" href="https://github.com/horizondatawave">
    Open source examples and tools
  </Card>
</CardGroup>