NYC 311 Feed Screensaver
The NYC 311 Feed screensaver shows real service requests New Yorkers filed with the city minutes ago, streaming from NYC Open Data's key-less API: complaint type, the agency handling it and the borough. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the NYC 311 Feed screensaver works
The saver reads NYC Open Data directly in your browser — no key and no account.
Real service requests New Yorkers filed with the city minutes ago, streaming from NYC Open Data's key-less API: complaint type, the agency handling it and the borough..
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours and the accent can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
Real service requests New Yorkers filed with the city minutes ago, streaming from NYC Open Data's key-less API: complaint type, the agency handling it and the borough.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from NYC Open Data in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from NYC Open Data and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Does it need an internet connection?
- Yes — it reads a live source, so it needs a connection to update.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.