# Custom Endpoint Development > We build custom API endpoints for trading platforms, financial apps and internal tools. Tell Market Data what you need and we will scope it. Source: https://www.marketdata.app/custom-development/ --- Custom API Endpoint Development Services # Accelerate Your Project with Fast, Cost-Effective API Solutions Market Data accelerates your project timeline. With our affordable custom API endpoint development, you can move faster and achieve more, while staying budget-friendly. [Get A Quote For Your Project](/contact/?department=sales) Affordable Starting at $50/hr for most projects [Read more](#faq) Scalable Delivered from our cloud infrastructure [Read more](#faq) Tailored to Your Needs Custom APIs for your unique requirements [Read more](#faq) Secure State-of-the-art protection for your data [Read more](#faq) (image: A bearded man in glasses and a blazer looking up at a wall of blurred trading screens) ## Why Us? When it comes to custom API endpoint development, here's why Market Data should be your first choice: ### Affordable Solutions Don't let budget constraints hold you back. Our services are priced to give you the best value without compromising quality. [Learn more](/pricing/) ### Quick Turnaround Time is money. We understand that and aim for a rapid delivery timeline to help you get your project off the ground faster. [Learn more](#faq) ### Fully Customizable We tailor our API services to meet the unique needs of your project, whether you're a trader or a developer. [Learn more](#faq) ### Expert Support Our team is well-versed in market data and API technologies, ready to assist you at every step. [Learn more](#faq) Complete your project quickly without the hassle of inexperienced contract developers. Accelerate your essential development tasks, minimize risks, and rely on a partner with extensive domain knowledge. Why Our Custom API Development Outperforms In-House Solutions ## Your Edge With Our Custom APIs Discover the compelling advantages of choosing our custom API endpoint development over costly in-house solutions: [Learn more](/contact/?department=sales) Cloud-Based, High Scalability Eliminate the hassle of managing infrastructure. Our cloud-based solutions scale with your needs, saving you time and money. Intuitive APIs No more wrestling with complex interfaces. Our APIs are designed for ease of use and quick integration, letting you focus on your project. Hassle-Free Management Forget about the complexities of data management. We handle data cleaning, processing, and storage, allowing you to concentrate on what really matters. One-Time Investment Most custom API endpoints come with a single one-time development fee, making it easier for you to plan your budget. Time & Money Savers ## Efficient, Affordable, Customized: Our Success Stories Our portfolio showcases a wide range of projects, each illustrating our commitment to efficient, affordable customization. [Get A Quote For Your Project](/contact/?department=sales) (image: A long data-centre aisle between two rows of black server racks under a lit white ceiling) Verbose Stock Quotes A client needed a stock quote endpoint that also returned the current daily candlestick and the 52-week high and low — quote data, trade data, and a year of history in a single request. One Time Investment: $350 (image: Rows of five-decimal price quotes glowing green and blue on a dark screen, out of focus) Option Chain Formula A client wanted a Google Sheets option chain formula that filters the strike by price or delta, and the expiration date by DTE. OPTIONCHAIN is now one of our most popular formulas. One-Time Investment: $900 (image: A close, shallow-focus photograph of green and red candlesticks crossed by a red trendline) Option Symbol Lookup A client needed option symbols read from his broker's CSV export, which used a non-standard format Google Sheets could not quote. We added his broker's format — and every US retail broker's — at no extra charge. One-Time Investment: $350 ## Frequently Asked Questions Our goal is to provide clear and concise information to help you understand the process, pricing, and support involved in creating tailored API endpoints to meet your unique market data needs. Whether you’re looking for advanced financial data, expanded market coverage, or seamless integration with your existing systems, we’ve got the answers you’re seeking. Explore the questions below to learn more about how our custom API solutions can be of benefit. If you have additional queries, please feel free to reach out to our sales team for further assistance. ## How long does it typically take to develop a custom API endpoint? Usually, it takes between 2 to 6 weeks to add a new project to our schedule, depending on the current project backlog. After your project has been added to our calendar, the actual development time will depend on the complexity of the requirements. We typically divide large projects into 1-2 week milestones to allow for rapid delivery. ## What is the pricing structure for custom development? Most of our custom API endpoints come with a $50 per hour one-time development fee, **with no ongoing fees other than a standard Market Data subscription**. We would typically support your new endpoint as part of your Market Data subscription as well, meaning there are no ongoing fees for support or hosting either. ## What types of data can I get through a custom API? We collaborate with you to create an API that addresses your specific needs. From basic market data like stock quotes and options chains, to in-depth fundamental and technical analysis, we've got you covered. Our in-house experts in quantitative finance enable us to deliver advanced statistical analyses, time-series data, and other quant-specific metrics, all custom-built to align with your requirements. ## How is the endpoint secured? Your Market Data token will give you secure access to your custom endpoint, the same way you access all other endpoints. Market Data takes responsibility for the security of your endpoint. ## Do you offer ongoing support and maintenance? Absolutely. Once we've developed your custom API, our commitment to you continues. Our team provides ongoing support at no additional monthly charge. If you encounter any issues, you can count on us for consistent and reliable service. ## Do you work with international clients? Definitely. We work with clients from around the globe. However, it's important to note that our primary focus is on U.S. markets. If your custom API requirements involve sourcing data from foreign markets, the pricing structure will include a monthly charge instead of being a one-time fee. ## Can I upgrade or modify my custom API later? Certainly. We offer flexible options for upgrading or modifying your custom API to meet your evolving needs. However, it's important to note that upgrades or modifications are typically feasible as long as the changes introduced are non-breaking or optional for existing functionality. ## Is my API endpoint exclusive to me or is it available to other Market Data users? While your data will remain private and secure, the API endpoint itself will be available to other Market Data users. By adding new APIs to our base product, we continually improve the service and are able to offer custom development at a much lower cost. If the endpoint were exclusive to you, the hourly cost would be many times more expensive. We are not interested in taking on projects where the use of the endpoints must be exclusive to you or your organization. ## Do you offer custom solutions for markets other than financial markets? No, our focus is solely on the financial markets. ## Do you offer custom front-end development, or can you integrate with existing front-ends? While we do not offer custom front-end development, we can perform work to integrate our API endpoints into existing front-end charting libraries, frameworks, or interfaces.