AI-powered receipt processing and expense automation
Receipt Parser API
A powerful API for parsing receipts using AI models. This API extracts structured information from receipt documents in PDF and image formats (JPEG, JPG, PNG).
Built on edge computing with AI models, our API provides reliable and efficient receipt parsing capabilities with single-call processing for both OCR and structured data extraction.
Free tier included, no credit card required. One key works across all 40 APIs.
- Data Fields
- 35+
- File Formats
- 4
- Accuracy Rate
- 95.8%
Key features
- Upload receipt files directly (PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG)
- Parse receipts from URLs or text input
- Advanced OCR with PDF text extraction
- Direct image processing using AI models
- Single API call processing for maximum efficiency
- Multi-currency and international format support
Built for
- Expense management automation
- Business travel expense tracking
- Accounting software integration
- Tax preparation and compliance
- Personal finance applications
- Receipt digitization services
- Reimbursement workflow automation
- Audit trail and record keeping
Try it
Build the request for your data
Edit the parameters below and see the exact curl command and JSON response you will get. No key required to preview.
POST /parser/v1/receipt/upload HTTP/1.1
Host: api.apicodex.io
Host: api.apicodex.io
X-Api-Key: YOUR_API_KEY
Content-Type: multipart/form-data
{
"success": true,
"parsed_at": "2025-05-13T07:40:48.000Z",
"data": {
"merchant": {
"name": "COFFEE SHOP",
"address": "123 Main Street, City, State 12345",
"phone": "(555) 123-4567",
"website": null,
"tax_id": "987654321"
},
"transaction": {
"receipt_no": "R-12345",
"date": "2025-05-13",
"time": "09:30:00",
"payment_method": "CREDIT CARD",
"card_info": "VISA **** 1234",
"currency": "USD",
"subtotal": 15.97,
"tax_amount": 1.44,
"tax_rate": 9,
"total_amount": 17.41,
"tip_amount": 3.5,
"discount_amount": null
},
"items": [
{
"name": "Cappuccino Large",
"quantity": 1,
"unit_price": 5.99,
"total_price": 5.99,
"tax_info": null,
"discount": null,
"sku": null,
"category": "Beverages"
},
{
"name": "Chocolate Croissant",
"quantity": 2,
"unit_price": 4.99,
"total_price": 9.98,
"tax_info": null,
"discount": null,
"sku": null,
"category": "Bakery"
}
],
"customer": {
"name": null,
"id": null,
"membership": null
},
"additional_info": {
"return_policy": "No returns on food items",
"barcode": null,
"cashier": "John D.",
"store_no": "ST-45",
"order_type": "Dine-in",
"notes": "Thank you for your visit!"
}
}
}Documentation
Receipt Parser API Documentation
The Receipt Parser API provides comprehensive parsing and extraction of receipt data from various document formats. This documentation outlines how to effectively integrate and utilize the API for processing receipt documents, extracting expense data, and automating financial workflows.
Base URL
https://api.apicodex.io/parserAuthentication
Authenticate every request with your API key: send it in an X-Api-Key header, or pass it as an ?apikey= query parameter.
{
"X-Api-Key": "YOUR_API_KEY"
}Request and response
Illustrative values. Confirm current endpoint behavior, quotas, and data freshness in the API documentation before production use.
POST /v1/receipt/upload HTTP/1.1
Host: api.apicodex.io
X-Api-Key: YOUR_API_KEY
Content-Type: multipart/form-data
[file upload]{
"success": true,
"parsed_at": "2025-05-13T07:40:48.000Z",
"data": {
"merchant": {
"name": "COFFEE SHOP",
"address": "123 Main Street, City, State 12345",
"phone": "(555) 123-4567",
"website": null,
"tax_id": "987654321"
},
"transaction": {
"receipt_no": "R-12345",
"date": "2025-05-13",
"time": "09:30:00",
"payment_method": "CREDIT CARD",
"card_info": "VISA **** 1234",
"currency": "USD",
"subtotal": 15.97,
"tax_amount": 1.44,
"tax_rate": 9,
"total_amount": 17.41,
"tip_amount": 3.5,
"discount_amount": null
},
"items": [
{
"name": "Cappuccino Large",
"quantity": 1,
"unit_price": 5.99,
"total_price": 5.99,
"tax_info": null,
"discount": null,
"sku": null,
"category": "Beverages"
},
{
"name": "Chocolate Croissant",
"quantity": 2,
"unit_price": 4.99,
"total_price": 9.98,
"tax_info": null,
"discount": null,
"sku": null,
"category": "Bakery"
}
],
"customer": {
"name": null,
"id": null,
"membership": null
},
"additional_info": {
"return_policy": "No returns on food items",
"barcode": null,
"cashier": "John D.",
"store_no": "ST-45",
"order_type": "Dine-in",
"notes": "Thank you for your visit!"
}
}
}Code examples
curl -X POST "/v1/receipt/upload" \
-H "X-Api-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
-F "file=@receipt.pdf"Pricing
Receipt Parser API Pricing
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The Receipt Parser API supports PDF, JPEG, JPG, and PNG files. You can upload these file types directly or provide a URL to the receipt document. The API will automatically detect the format and process it accordingly.
The API extracts comprehensive information including merchant details (name, address, tax ID), customer information, transaction metadata (receipt number, dates, payment methods), line items with quantities and prices, tax breakdowns, payment information, and additional notes or terms. All data is returned in a structured JSON format for easy integration.
Our API uses advanced AI models to achieve high accuracy in parsing receipts. The accuracy depends on the quality of the input document, but our system is trained to handle various receipt formats and layouts. For best results, ensure the receipt is clear and legible, with minimal distortion or artifacts.
Yes, the maximum file size for uploads is 1MB. This limit ensures optimal processing performance. If you need to process larger files, please contact our support team for assistance with enterprise solutions.
The API automatically detects and processes various currency formats and tax structures commonly used in receipts worldwide. It normalizes all monetary values into a standard format while preserving the original currency information. The tax breakdown includes the tax type, rate, and amount for complete transparency in financial calculations.
Yes, the Receipt Parser API outputs structured JSON data that can be easily integrated with popular accounting platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks, and custom accounting systems. The standardized format includes all necessary fields for expense categorization, tax reporting, and financial reconciliation, making integration straightforward through their respective APIs.
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