PUBLIC HACKER NEWS INDEX
Sample recent Hacker News stories by topic.
Search recent Hacker News stories by topic and review the reported match count, dates, points, and comments for a bounded time window.
Search the public Hacker News story index for a topic and date window.
How to read this sample
The result count is the public index's count of matching Hacker News stories for the query and date filter. Up to 20 recent matching stories are listed. Counts and points describe activity on Hacker News; they are not web searches, search volume, or proof of broader demand.
The query is sent directly from your browser to the Algolia-powered Hacker News Search API. Do not include private information in a query. Results can change as the public index updates.
Updated November 3, 2026. Method: request story-tagged results from the past 1, 7, or 30 days, display the API-reported match count and up to 20 returned story titles, dates, points, and comments.
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How it works
1. Enter a topic or phrase. 2. Choose a 1, 7, or 30 day window. 3. Review the API match count and up to 20 recent Hacker News stories.
Good to know
Is this search volume?
No. The count covers matching stories in the Hacker News public index for your query and date window, not web searches or demand.
How many story results are listed?
The page requests and displays up to 20 recent stories; the API-reported match count may include more results.
Where does the query go?
Your browser sends the topic directly to the public Algolia-powered Hacker News Search API; avoid entering private information.
Are points a measure of demand?
No. Points and comments describe activity on Hacker News and do not establish broader interest, search volume, or tool demand.
Is it free?
Yes, during beta. Optional usage-credit plans are coming soon. Payments are not available and no credits are required.