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

# Quickstart

> Choose your preferred way to integrate

Get started with our API using one of the following methods:

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  <Card title="HTTP API" icon="globe" href="/docs/quickstart/http-api">
    Standard REST API for retrieving latest and historical exchange rates.
  </Card>

  <Card title="WebSocket API" icon="bolt" href="/docs/quickstart/websocket-api">
    Real-time streaming connection for live exchange rate updates.
  </Card>
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