Template Catalog API

Overview of Template Catalog API

In this Template Catalog Reference, you will learn more about a personalized template catalog for your SaaS applications. Through this API, you can integrate a diverse range of email and page templates, promoting enhanced user engagement while optimizing the design process within your platform.

Getting Started

Learn more about how to get started with the Template Catalog API in this section.

Access and Subscription

To start using the Template Catalog API, first activate your API key in the Beefree SDK Console. After activation, reach out to your dedicated Customer Success Manager (CSM) for further help and setup. Your CSM will guide you through the process and answer any questions you have.

For additional information, you can refer to Content Services API key configuration.

Activating the API

Activate your API key through the Beefree SDK Console to begin using the Template Catalog API. Once your API key is activated, you can contact your dedicated Customer Success Manager (CSM) representative to request further assistance and enablement. They will be available to guide you through the process and address any additional inquiries.

Endpoint and Authentication

To begin using the Template Catalog API, access it through the designated endpoint and authenticate all requests by including your API key. This API key is essential for proper authorization and security when interacting with the API.

The Template Catalog API uses API Keys to authenticate requests for resources. You can manage your API Keys within the Developer Portal. All requests must be made over HTTPS and contain the following HTTP Header:

Authorization: Bearer {token}

Base URL

All API access is over HTTPS, and accessed from the following URL:

API Features and Functionality

Our Template Catalog API provides the following essential features to enable seamless integration into your application:

• Fetch templates from the Template Catalog API by applying filters like category, industry, etc.

• Sort and customize templates to match your application’s requirements and user preferences.

Best Practices

To enhance the performance and user experience of your template catalog, we recommend following these best practices.

Optimize API Usage

Implement caching mechanisms to reduce API calls and minimize user loading times. Template data do not change often, so you can use a cache TTL of some minutes (10 for example, but even more) without issues.

Rate Limits

Handle errors gracefully and provide clear error messages to assist in resolving any issues. These endpoints have the following rate limits:

• Per minute: 500 requests;

• Per second: 100 requests.

Therefore, we recommend not enforcing excessive automatic tries when you get an error message, otherwise, you may exceed the limit and won’t be able to proceed with more requests.

The API is a read-only API. The only method is GET.

HTTP Status Code Errors

The main HTTP status code errors are:

• 200 OK - The request has succeeded. The client can read the result of the request in the body and the headers of the response.

• 400 Bad Request - The server could not understand the request due to invalid syntax.

• 401 Unauthorized - The client must authenticate itself to get the requested response.

• 403 Forbidden - The client does not have access rights to the content; the server is refusing to give the requested resource. Unlike 401, the client's identity is known to the server.

• 404 Not Found - The server can not find the requested resource. In the context of an API, this can mean that the endpoint is valid but the resource itself does not exist.

• 429 Too Many Requests - The user has sent too many requests in a given amount of time which has led to throttling their request until the window resets.

• 500 Internal Server Error - The server has encountered a situation it doesn't know how to handle.

• 503 Service Unavailable - The server is not ready to handle the request. Common causes are a server that is down for maintenance or that is overloaded.

Headers

The following table displays the headers you need to complete your API request.

Fetch a list of all Templates

/v1/catalog/templates

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Retrieve a list of all the Templates within the catalog, applying filters based on request parameters.

You can execute a search by providing a series of terms within the ‘search’ request parameter. This search will operate on template title, description, category name, collection name, designer name, publication date (‘published_at’), and tags.

The response will encompass a ‘facets’ field, outlining the count of existing Templates across each Category, Collections, Designers, and Tags fields and their sub-fields, considering any applied filters and searches.

The response is paginated, presenting 20 items per page by default. The ‘pagesize’ request parameter enables control over the page size.

Request Parameters

The following table displays a list of request parameters.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/templates/?search=music HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
  "count": 1592,
  "next": "https://api.getbee.io/v1/catalog/templates?page=2",
  "previous": null,
  "results": [
      {template_1},
      {template_2},
      ...
      {template_N},
      ...
      {template_20}
      ],
  "facets": }"categories": 		category_1,
		       ...
		      category_N
        ],
        "collections": [
               collection_1,
	           ...
	           collection_N
        ],
        "designers": [
              designer_1,
	          ...
	          designer_N
        ],
        "tags" :[
               tag_1,
               ...
              tag_n
        ]
}

Fetch a single Template

/v1/catalog/templates/:slug

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Fetch a single template identified by its slug (in the URL).

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/templates/mens-fashion HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
"categories": [
		"product-promotion",
		"fashion"
	],
	"collections": "",
	"description": "Mens Fashion Template for marketing",
	"designer": {
		"avatar_url": https://cloudfront.net/designers/team.jpg",
		"description": "Bee Designers Team",
		"display_name": "BEE Team",
		"id": "bee-team",
	},
	"html_data":"........"
	"html_url": "https://cloudfront.net/templates/default/3.html",
	"id": "mens-fashion",
	"is_blank": false,
	"json_data": {
		"page": {body": {
			"container": {...}
		.....
	}
"order": "00760",
"published_at": "2017-08-28",
"tags": [
	"blue",
	"light",
	"light blue",
	"sans serif",
	"sell",
	"two-column"
],
"template_type": "email",
"thumbnail_large": "https://cloudfront.net/templates/default/3_l.jpg",
"thumbnail": "https://cloudfront.net/templates/default/3.jpg",
"title": "Men's Fashion"
}

Fetch a list of all Categories

/v1/catalog/categories

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Retrieve a list of all the Templates within the catalog, applying filters based on request parameters.

You can extract a list of all the Categories present within the catalog. This comprehensive list includes all categories under which templates are classified.

The response that you receive is paginated for ease of reading and navigation. It displays 200 items per page by default, providing a comprehensive view of the catalog content.

However, if you wish to adjust the number of items shown on each page, you can use the ‘pagesize’ request parameter.

Request Parameters

The following table displays request parameters.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/categories?search=fashion / HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
   "count": 114,
   "next": null,
   "previous": null,
   "results": [
		category_1,
        category_2,
        ....
        category_N,
        ....
       category_200
   ]	
}

Fetch a single Category

/v1/catalog/categories/:slug

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Retrieve a list of all the Templates within the catalog, applying filters based on request parameters.

Retrieve detailed information about a specific Category using its unique identifier, or slug, which can be found in the URL. This method allows you to access in-depth data related to that particular category, such as its associated templates and related metadata.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/categories/fashion-week / HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
	"bg_color": "#F8F8F8",
	"fb_color": "#333A45",
	"highlighted": false,
	"icon": null,
	"id": "fashion-week",
	"image": null,
	"name": "Fashion Week",
	"description": "Category for Fashion Week dedicated templates",
	"parent": "seasonal"
}

Fetch a List of Collections

/v1/catalog/collections

HTTP Method: GET

Description: You can pull up a full list of all Collections in the catalog. Collections are groups of templates with similar attributes or purposes. This overview can help you understand the types of template groupings available.

The response will be paginated, with 200 items per page default for easy navigation. However, you can change this default by adjusting the ‘pagesize’ request parameter to suit your viewing preferences.

Request Parameters

The following table displays request parameters.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/collections?pagesize=10/ HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
   "count": 19,
   "next": https://api.getbee.io/v1/catalog/collections?page=2&pagesize=10",
   "previous": null,
   "results": [
		  collection_1,
          collection_2,
          ....
          collection_N,
          ....
          collection_10
   ]
}

Fetch a single Collection

/v1/catalog/collections/:slug

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Access a specific Collection using its unique slug found in the URL. This lets you view detailed information about this particular group of templates, including its associated templates and any related details.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/collections/music / HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
	"bg_color": "#76D3BA",
	"description": "Music Collection Descriptiom",
	"fg_color": "#262626",
	"highlighted": false,
	"icon_url": "https://cloudfront.net/collections/music_icon.svg",
	"id": "music",
	"image_url": "https://cloudfront.net/collections/music.png",
	"name": "Music",
	"order": "0"
}

Fetch a list of all Designers

/v1/catalog/designers

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Access a complete list of all Designers in the catalog.

The response is paginated, with a standard display of 200 items per page. You can manipulate the ‘pagesize’ request parameter to control the number of items shown per page.

Request Parameters

The following table displays request parameters.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/designers/?pagesize=int HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
    "count": 34,
    "next": null,
    "previous": null,
    "results": [
        {
            "available": true,
            "avatar_url": "https://d3rnqdo8eaigh4.cloudfront.net/designers/leotrina.jpg",
            "base": "Kosovo",
            "description": "Hi, I’m Leotrina a UI/UX Designer based in Kosovo, I am a designer with a lot of passion for digital art. My goal is to create thoughtful designs that bring memorable experiences.",
            "short_description": "",
            "display_name": "Leotrina Stojkaj",
            "email": "leotrinastojkaj1@gmail.com",
            "first_name": "Leotrina",
            "highlighted": false,
            "hobby": "",
            "id": "leotrina-stojkaj",
            "last_name": "Stojkaj",
            "position": "UI/UX Designer",
            "social_behance": "https://www.behance.net/leotrinastojkaj2",
            "social_dribbble": "",
            "social_linkedin": "https://www.linkedin.com/in/leotrina-stojkaj-ab278a19b",
            "website": ""
        }
    ]
}

Fetch a single Designer

/v1/catalog/designers/:slug

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Retrieve detailed information for a specific Designer, identified by the unique slug present in the URL. This enables the procurement of comprehensive data pertaining to the particular designer, including their portfolio of templates and any associated metadata within the catalog.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/designers/:slug/ HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

{
    "available": true,
    "avatar_url": "https://d3rnqdo8eaigh4.cloudfront.net/designers/jen-schmaltz.jpg",
    "base": "Thorold, Canada",
    "description": "Graphic Design is at the heart of my story, but I’ve been known to write myself a new part now and again… happily and frequently embracing such roles as: Project Manager, Strategic Thinker, Visual Communicator, Copy Writer, Brand Stylist and Content Curator... magician.\r\n\r\nDesign is where my passion and my purpose intersect, and providing clients with “the goods” to help their businesses soar is a pretty amazing thing to hop outta’ bed and do each day!",
    "short_description": "",
    "display_name": "Jen Schmaltz",
    "email": "info@jenschmaltzdesign.com",
    "first_name": "Jen",
    "highlighted": false,
    "hobby": "",
    "id": "jen-schmaltz",
    "last_name": "Schmaltz",
    "position": "Graphic Designer",
    "social_behance": "",
    "social_dribbble": "",
    "social_linkedin": "",
    "website": "https://www.jenschmaltzdesign.com/"
}

Fetch a list of all Tags

/v1/catalog/tags

HTTP Method: GET

Description: Retrieve a full list of all the Tags in the catalog. Tags are keywords tied to templates, helping you find and sort templates based on certain themes or attributes.

Request Parameters

The following table displays request parameters.

Sample Request

The following code displays a sample request.

GET /v1/catalog/tags/?pagesize=int HTTP/1.1
Host: api.getbee.io
Content-Type: application/json
Authorization: Bearer •••••••

Sample Response

The following code displays a sample response.

[
    {
        "name": "minimal"
    },
    {
        "name": "elegant"
    },
    {
        "name": "grey"
    },
    {
        "name": "news"
    },
]

FAQs

Find answers to common queries related to the Template Catalog API, its features, and integration.

Do I need to pay extra for new templates?

No, they are included in your subscription. The catalog will be updated with the latest trends at no extra charge.

How frequently are new templates available?

We are committed to making fresh new templates available every quarter.

Where are the image and media assets stored?

Storing the JSON Template source file is totally in your control, the media assets referenced inside the template are kept in the Beefree SDK S3 Bucket and provisioned using the CDN.

Do the API calls made to the Template Catalog contribute to the total CSAPI count?

No, API calls made to the Template Catalog do not contribute to the total CSAPI count.