FAQ

Below you'll find answers to some frequently asked questions.

How can I request an access token?

As of February 2022, new token requests for the XD Cloud Content APIs are closed. In order to focus on the future of creativity and design in a Web-first world, the Adobe XD team is hard at work building a foundation for a new ecosystem of Web tools and APIs.

Developers with existing access to the XD Cloud Content APIs will retain access, and integrations will continue to function.

What rate limits are there on API calls?

XD Cloud Content API integrations are limited to no more than 10 calls per second.

Do artboard thumbnails (renditions) have a lifespan?

Thumbnail URLs returned by the Cloud Content APIs are only live for 24 hours. Make sure that your application sends a new request to receive updated thumbnail URLs.

Is it possible to access private XD cloud documents through these APIs?

Yes, provided that the user grants you access via OAuth.

However, it is important to note that only private cloud documents created by individual users are accessible. Private cloud documents created by enterprise users will be supported in the future.

What happens if I request a cloud document that has been deleted?

If the cloud document or its published link is deleted by the author, the API will return the following body in the response:

{
    "error": {
        "message": "Specified resource not found or not authorized"
    }
}