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Looking for detailed VIN information? Get instant access to VIN decoding through our Web API.

What is VinLink?

VinLink is a VIN data library hosted on a secure, easy-to-access web API. VinLink provides functional VIN data reports simply, efficiently, and within any programming language and framework. Reports are available in various formats, including PDF, with no programming skills needed.

3000+ Manufacturers

VinLink covers more than 3000 manufacturers producing passenger cars, light trucks, heavy trucks, motorcycles, trailers, busses, and RVs.

40+ Years of Data

Our data starts from 1981 and runs through the future model year.  From old to new, we have the VIN information available. Run a Basic Report and have the data instantly!

Over 1 Billion Reports

Our database has provided over one billion vehicle reports throughout more than 25 years of operation.

What data we provide

VinLink allows you to choose from 4 standard report types:

  • Basic,
  • Basic Plus,
  • Enhanced,
  • and Recall.

Fundamental Data

Year, make, model, trim, body type, engine type, fuel type, hybrid type, drive line, transmission, brake system, restraint, assembly plant, and GVWR class – All this information is provided in every report.

ACES

ACES® (The Aftermarket Catalog Exchange Standard) is the aftermarket industry standard detailing the management and communication of product fitment data. We provide ACES identifiers for vehicles, engines, transmission, body style, brake systems, and drivetrains. These can be useful for finding parts or salvage car processing. We provide this data in all our reports, from Basic to Recall.

Dimension & Weight

We offer vehicle dimension data: curb weight, wheelbase, overall length, height, width, and GVWR class.

GVWR Class can be found in the Basic Report. For all other dimensional data, please use the Basic Plus Report.

Warranty Information

We offer warranty information from the manufacturer. This covers the whole vehicle, powertrain, and anti-corrosion. Depending on how the information is provided, it may appear in months, mileage, or both. This information can be found only in the Basic Plus Report.

Enhanced Data

The Enhanced Data Report covers more detailed equipment information and specifications. Some examples of data provided are the stereo and sound system, lighting, trailer connections, power/heated/folding mirrors, locking, climate control, off-road packages, and more.

Recall Reports

We provide a report containing all manufacturer recalls.

Do you need anything else?

Please contact us. We provide custom reports!

Try Our Data!

We are committed to ensuring all our data comes up to the highest quality standards. This is why we offer a sample VinLink account.

  • Allows the data to be tested before purchase.
  • Try each one of our reports before committing.
  • Available in a variety of endpoints and formats for all types of business needs.
    • RESTfull XML
    • Enterprise SOAP
    • JSON
    • PDF
  • Discover why we have the first-to-market VIN data!

Register for an account and receive a $5 voucher for our services.

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Give us the VIN, get the Data

Working with VinLink is straightforward.  Just query our API with the VIN and get the data report in the format desired. Depending on the computing environment, there are choices between a REST or Enterprise SOAP endpoint. Our REST API, by default, uses XML message format; however, it may be translated into JSON or PDF.

RESTfull XML

Standard data structure

  • Easy to process
  • Technology independent
  • Widely-used

Enterprise SOAP

Programming contract enforced

  • Matches corporate requirements
  • Programming contracts enforced
  • Strict security in SOAP envelopes

Transformed

Data transformed to JSON or PDF

  • JSON preferred for simplicity
  • Human readable PDF
  • UI embeddable

How can we help more?

No entry barriers

We work with everyone

Working with everyone means we don’t require long-term commitments or contracts. You can start decoding immediately with an initial payment of $100.

Always up to date

No patches, no restarts, no downloads

We ensure our data stays fresh. Our servers are updated weekly. There’s no need to download an update or reload anything to have the most up-to-date VIN data.

Issues resolved

Trust our skill

If you need assistance implementing VinLink API in your processes, ask us for help. We have over 25 years of experience incorporating our tech into sophisticated systems. We also offer VIN data conflict resolution for all our VINs.