> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.os.uk/osngd/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.os.uk/osngd/~/changes/1810/getting-started/access-the-os-ngd-api.md).

# Accessing OS NGD APIs

The following pages provide an overview of the OS NGD APIs and how you can access them. They cover the core elements of the design (including data available), technical specifications, and how to get started, amongst other topics.

* [Getting started with an API project](https://docs.os.uk/os-apis/core-concepts/getting-started-with-an-api-project)
* [OS NGD API – Features](/osngd/~/changes/1810/getting-started/access-the-os-ngd-api/os-ngd-api-features.md)
* [OS NGD API – Tiles](/osngd/~/changes/1810/getting-started/access-the-os-ngd-api/os-ngd-api-tiles.md)

These pages should be used in conjunction with the more detailed pages within the [Data Structure section](/osngd/~/changes/1810/data-structure/data-structure-information.md) which are specifically focussed on the different OS NGD themes, collections and feature types.

The APIs are self-documenting and allow you to easily discover what OS NGD data is available before using it. You can explore the various data collections for free to decide what best suits your needs. The data is ready to use in numerous applications (desktop, web, and mobile), enabling you to power your applications with rich, consistent and current information about the real world.

The OS NGD APIs are available via the [OS Data Hub](https://osdatahub.os.uk/).

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## Discover OS NGD

Detailed documentation on OS NGD design and practical guides on how to apply OS NGD data:

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f4d6">📖</span> OS NGD Explained</h3><p>A high level summary of what the OS NGD is, how to access it and who can use it.</p></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/8b3AWSOrThAH0GTAsYBM">/pages/8b3AWSOrThAH0GTAsYBM</a></td></tr><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="2753">❓</span> FAQs</h3><p>Frequently asked questions on OS NGD data and access methods (OS Select+Build and OS NGD APIs).</p></td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/JUF5ZrO5YAaImwLb43my">/pages/JUF5ZrO5YAaImwLb43my</a></td></tr><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f469-1f3eb">👩‍🏫</span> OS NGD Webinars, Tutorials and Case Studies</h3></td><td>Learn more about the OS NGD through our webinars and tutorials. Case studies demonstrate how customers across numerous sectors are already using and benefiting from OS NGD data.</td><td><a href="/pages/Vh7EH4fhXifbaviqD1xu">/pages/Vh7EH4fhXifbaviqD1xu</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Explore OS NGD

In-depth information on OS NGD data, including structure, applications and news:

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f4e3">📣</span> OS NGD News</h3></td><td>Learn about new data enhancements and service updates released for the OS NGD.</td><td><a href="/pages/oB99C98LlDQthaC3tqlq">/pages/oB99C98LlDQthaC3tqlq</a></td></tr><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f5c3">🗃️</span> Data Structure</h3></td><td>Data structure pages provide more detailed information about data available for OS NGD themes, collections and feature types.</td><td><a href="/pages/ahAaqJ5hJuq5cHIy5jtz">/pages/ahAaqJ5hJuq5cHIy5jtz</a></td></tr><tr><td><h3><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="1f3a8">🎨</span> Styling OS NGD Data</h3></td><td>Resources for styling OS NGD data.</td><td><a href="/pages/lvFVT2CttSr3eHGX0eNL">/pages/lvFVT2CttSr3eHGX0eNL</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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