Twelve Data empowers developers, fintechs, and enterprises to build powerful products and analytics experiences using accurate, global market data.
To maintain transparency and compliance across all integrations, proper attribution is required whenever Twelve Data content is displayed or redistributed externally.
This article outlines when and how to attribute Twelve Data, including important exceptions and best practices.
When attribution is required
Attribution to Twelve Data must be provided when any of the following apply:
Data is displayed publicly on websites, mobile apps, dashboards, or widgets
Content is redistributed or embedded into client-facing products
Twelve Data information is used in research, reports, or publications
External APIs or services consume and expose Twelve Data data
Special Cases
In certain instances, attribution may also be required on a per-market basis — for example, when exchange-specific attribution is mandated by licensing terms. Twelve Data will communicate such requirements when applicable.
Attribution is not required for:
Internal or private use cases (e.g., analytics, risk models, or internal dashboards)
Proprietary trading algorithms or internal APIs not exposed to end users
White-label solutions purchased directly from Twelve Data, where the license explicitly includes attribution rights
How to attribute Twelve Data
The preferred format for attribution is:
Data provided by Twelve Data
Requirements:
The link must be dofollow and point to the main Twelve Data website
The text must be clearly visible near the displayed data (e.g., under a chart, widget, or table)
If you use Twelve Data data across multiple sections, attribution should appear in each relevant section
For compact user interfaces, such as mobile apps, a shorter version is acceptable:
Source: Twelve Data
Redistributed or API-based integrations
If your system redistributes Twelve Data content (e.g., via API or SDK), you must:
Include “Data provided by Twelve Data” in your API documentation or response metadata
Require your downstream users to maintain attribution when displaying the data publicly
Comply with any market-specific attribution notes communicated by Twelve Data
For white-label licenses obtained directly from Twelve Data, these obligations may be waived as per contract terms.
Branding and logo usage
You may use the Twelve Data logo in accordance with our Brand Guidelines.
Do not modify, recolor, or combine the logo with your own.
Do not imply endorsement, partnership, or affiliation without written authorization.
Why Proper Attribution Matters
Proper attribution helps:
Ensure compliance with global data licensing frameworks
Maintain transparency for your users
Support the sustainability of reliable, cost-efficient market data access
Failure to attribute properly may lead to suspension or termination of your data access in accordance with Twelve Data’s Terms of Use.
Need Assistance?
For questions regarding attribution or market-specific requirements, contact our licensing team at api@twelvedata.com. We’re here to help you implement compliant and seamless data integration into your product.
In summary:
Attribution is required whenever Twelve Data data is displayed publicly — unless your contract explicitly states otherwise.
Always use a dofollow link to twelvedata.com and follow any exchange-specific attribution rules communicated to you.