# Last.fm Music Discovery API
The Last.fm API allows anyone to build their own programs using Last.fm data. Find out more about how you can plug directly into our vast database or browse the list of methods on the left.
# Getting started
Our API is available to anyone. Here's what you need to get going:
Commercial or Research Usage
If you are planning to use our API for commercial or research/academic purposes, please contact us prior to use via email at [email protected].