APIportaalin

APIportaalin is a Finnish national service that provides access to various public sector APIs. Its primary goal is to promote the reuse of public data and services by making them easily discoverable and accessible for developers and organizations. The service is managed by the Finnish Ministry of Finance and developed in cooperation with other government agencies.

The platform hosts a catalog of APIs from different Finnish government bodies, covering areas such as population registration, business information, transportation, and environmental data. Developers can use APIportaalin to find information about available APIs, understand their functionalities, and access documentation and technical specifications. This centralized approach aims to reduce duplication of effort and encourage innovation by providing a common gateway to public sector data resources.

APIportaalin also focuses on standardizing API development practices within the public sector. By encouraging the adoption of common technical standards and guidelines, the service aims to improve the quality, security, and interoperability of public sector APIs. This standardization benefits both the public administration, by streamlining development and maintenance, and external users, by ensuring a more consistent and predictable experience when interacting with public data and services. The platform is a key component of Finland's strategy to foster a more data-driven society and digital government.