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Google has officially shut down the Tenor GIF API as of June 30, 2026, impacting platforms like X and Discord. The API, acquired by Google in 2018, was used for searching and sharing GIFs but was discontinued due to a lack of monetization opportunities.
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Google has officially shut down the Tenor GIF API as of June 30, 2026, impacting platforms like X and Discord. The API, acquired by Google in 2018, was used for searching and sharing GIFs but was discontinued due to a lack of monetization opportunities.
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Google kills Tenor GIF API, forcing changes at X, Discord, and more
Google Discontinues Tenor GIF API, Affecting Multiple Platforms