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

# Fast Search API Introduction

Fast search API for instant SERP results

Get real-time Search results delivered in under a second. Fast Search API returns parsed organic results and top stories -  no proxy management, no rendering pipeline, no post-processing required.

## Key features:

* **Sub-second response** - results delivered in under 1 second.
* **Parsed output** - organic results and top stories, ranked by position.
* **Geo targeting** - control country, language, and locale per request.
* **Synchronous requests** only.
* **Optimized parameter selection** to ensure speed.

If you require detailed, rich data including AI overview [Google Search](https://help.decodo.com/docs/web-scraping-api-google-search) target would suit your needs better.

## Pricing

Fast Search API is priced per 1k requests. Choose a plan that fits your volume - each plan comes with a different rate limit to match your throughput needs. Not sure where to start? The free plan includes 1k requests no credit card required. Upgrade or adjust your plan any time from the dashboard.

## Quick start

Getting started with Fast Search API only requires a few steps:

1. **Sign up** - activate the free plan or choose a paid plan directly from the dashboard.
2. Enter a desired **search query**.
3. Configure optional request [parameters](https://help.decodo.com/docs/web-scraping-api-parameters#/).
4. **Send the request** directly from the dashboard or copy ready-to-use cURL, Python, or Node.js request examples for integration. You can monitor your API usage in the dashboard's [Statistics](https://help.decodo.com/docs/fast-search-statistics#/) section, including traffic breakdowns by domain, success rates, and hourly, daily, and monthly insights.

<Note>
  ## Usage policy

  Fast Search API is intended for collecting publicly accessible web data.

  We don't support scraping:

  * Post-login or authenticated content
  * Private user information
  * Restricted or non-public data

  Users are responsible for ensuring their use of the service complies with applicable website terms and internal policies.
</Note>

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