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

# Introduction

> Access comprehensive venture capital funding data with real-time updates

## Welcome to the Funding API

Our API provides comprehensive access to financial intelligence data, including venture capital funding and merger & acquisition information. Get real-time access to funding rounds, investor information, and company details as they're announced.

<Card title="Funding API Endpoints" icon="chart-line" href="/api-reference/funding-api/endpoint/get">
  View the complete API documentation
</Card>

## Getting Started with the API

Follow these steps to get started:

1. **Sign up for an API key** on your profile page
2. **Include your API key** in the request headers as `x-lot-api-key`
3. **Make requests** to our endpoints with optional filters to narrow results
4. **Process the structured JSON response** in your application

## Data Refreshes

* **VC funding data** is updated in real-time as new rounds are announced
* **M\&A data** is refreshed daily with comprehensive deal information

## Rate Limiting

All API endpoints are subject to a rate limit of **60 requests per minute**. Contact us for enterprise plans with higher limits.

## Authentication

All API endpoints require authentication using an API key passed in the request header.

The API key should be included in the `x-lot-api-key` header:

```bash theme={null}
curl -X GET "https://www.leadsontrees.com/api/v1/funding?category=Healthcare" \
  -H "x-lot-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY"
```

## Key Features

* **Real-time Updates**: Funding data updated as rounds are announced
* **Comprehensive Filtering**: Filter by round type, category, amount, country, and date ranges
* **Rich Data**: Detailed company information, investor details, and funding metrics
* **Pagination Support**: Navigate through large datasets efficiently

## Example Usage

### Basic Request

```bash theme={null}
curl -X GET "https://www.leadsontrees.com/api/v1/funding?category=Healthcare" \
  -H "x-lot-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY"
```

### Paginated Request

```bash theme={null}
curl -X GET "https://www.leadsontrees.com/api/v1/funding?category=Healthcare&page=2" \
  -H "x-lot-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY"
```