API query

Connect external REST APIs as data sources for your Breakdance loops. Fetch, sync, and display data from any API endpoint — all manageable from the WordPress admin.

API Source Manager

Create and manage API data sources from Woohoo Filters > API Sources in your WordPress admin. Each source defines an API endpoint, authentication, and sync schedule.

Supported features:

• Authentication methods: Bearer token (static or dynamic), Basic Auth, Custom Headers, and OAuth2 with automatic token refresh and 401 retry

• Response formats: JSON (default), CSV, and XML with auto-detection

• Custom headers and query parameters: Add any HTTP headers or URL parameters your API requires

• Encryption: Sensitive credentials (API keys, tokens, passwords) are encrypted at rest using AES-256-CBC

Data Sync

• Manual sync: Trigger from the admin UI at any time

• Sync cancellation: Cancel a running sync via the admin UI or REST endpoint

• Error reporting: Detailed error messages for HTTP failures, rate limiting, and malformed responses

• Rate limiter: Built-in request throttling to respect API rate limits

Test Connection

Before committing to a full sync, use Test Connection to preview the API response. Shows the first few records, response headers, and confirms your authentication works.

Breakdance Integration

API source data is stored as a custom post type (woohoo_api_item) and is fully queryable in Breakdance. Use Dynamic Data fields to display API-sourced content in any Breakdance element.