Add Authentic Chinese Astrology to Your Platform in Hours, Not Years
Complete BaZi Four Pillars, Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star), and Ming Gua feng shui calculations via enterprise API. Serve the 1.4 billion Chinese market with master-validated traditional formulas.
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Complete traditional systems for authentic cultural experiences
What is Chinese Astrology API? Complete Guide to BaZi & Zi Wei Dou Shu
Everything you need to know about authentic Chinese metaphysical calculations for developers
Want to serve the 1.4 billion Chinese-speaking market with authentic astrology? Our Chinese Astrology API gives you the complete traditional systems - BaZi Four Pillars, Zi Wei Dou Shu (Purple Star), and Ming Gua feng shui calculations. Think of it like having a certified Chinese astrology master in your app. We use the exact same formulas validated by traditional masters, not watered-down Western interpretations. Perfect for dating apps targeting Chinese users, business consulting platforms, feng shui real estate tools, or any SaaS wanting to tap the massive Chinese astrology market. All calculations are enterprise-ready with bulk processing and multi-language support.
What is BaZi Four Pillars and how does the API calculate it?
BaZi (八字) literally means "eight characters" - it's your complete Chinese astrological profile based on birth year, month, day, and hour.
Each has a Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch, creating four "pillars" that reveal your destiny.
Our API calculates all this in milliseconds using traditional algorithms.
You get the 10 Gods analysis (your personality types), Day Master strength (how strong your core element is), favorable elements (what helps you succeed), and Luck Pillars (10-year fortune cycles).
Unlike Western astrology that focuses on planets, BaZi reveals the Five Elements flow in your life.
It's like having an ancient Chinese sage analyze your birth data, but instantly and at scale.
How does Zi Wei Dou Shu Purple Star Astrology work?
Zi Wei Dou Shu (紫微斗數) is the most sophisticated Chinese astrology system - imagine BaZi's younger, smarter sibling.
It maps 108 stars across 12 life palaces (career, wealth, relationships, health, etc.) to create incredibly detailed life predictions.
Our API calculates star brightness, palace interactions, and decade-by-decade analysis.
Each star has specific meanings - Zi Wei (Purple Star) shows leadership, Po Jun indicates breakthrough periods, Tian Fu reveals wealth potential.
The system is so complex that traditionally only master astrologers could calculate it.
Now your app can generate complete Zi Wei charts in under 400ms.
It's like having a personal imperial astrologer from ancient China.
What is Ming Gua feng shui and why do apps need it?
Ming Gua (命卦) is your personal feng shui number that determines your best directions, colors, and living spaces.
Calculated from birth year and gender, it reveals whether you're East Group (good directions: North, South, East, Southeast) or West Group (Southwest, Northwest, West, Northeast).
Real estate apps use this for property recommendations, interior design apps for layout suggestions, dating apps for compatibility checks.
Our API calculates Ming Gua instantly plus gives you all the practical applications - lucky numbers, favorable colors, best sleeping directions, compatible business partners.
It's like having a feng shui master tell you exactly how to arrange your life for maximum luck.
How accurate are traditional Chinese astrology calculations?
Chinese astrology has been tested for over 4,000 years - that's a pretty good track record.
Our API uses formulas validated by certified Chinese astrology masters and cross-referenced with classical texts like the Three Fate Classic and Purple Star Classic.
We maintain 98% accuracy compared to manual traditional calculations.
The key difference from Western astrology: Chinese systems focus on timing and practical guidance.
They don't just say "you're creative" - they tell you the best year to start your business, the optimal month to get married, even the lucky hours for important meetings.
Users report 94% accuracy for major life event timing, way higher than generic horoscopes.
Why do Chinese users trust traditional calculations over Western astrology?
Cultural authenticity matters.
Chinese astrology isn't just different symbols for the same Western concepts - it's a completely different philosophical framework based on Five Elements, Yin-Yang balance, and cosmic energy flow.
When Chinese users see authentic BaZi or Zi Wei Dou Shu calculations, they recognize the real deal.
It connects to their cultural heritage, traditional medicine principles, and family beliefs passed down for generations.
Apps using our authentic formulas see 85% higher trust scores among Chinese users compared to Western astrology adaptations.
It's the difference between serving authentic Chinese food versus Panda Express - both are Asian, but only one feels real.
How to add Chinese astrology to your SaaS platform?
Integration is surprisingly simple for such complex calculations.
Install our SDK (npm install @astroapi/chinese-astrology), send birth data to our API, get complete Chinese astrology profiles back as clean JSON.
We handle all the complex calculations - stem/branch combinations, element relationships, star placements, compatibility algorithms.
Your app just displays the results however you want.
Most developers get basic integration working in 2-3 hours.
We provide pre-built components for React, Vue, and Angular if you want to move even faster.
Plus SDKs for mobile (Swift, Kotlin, Flutter) and backend languages (Python, PHP, Ruby).
The hard part is done - you focus on user experience.
Use Cases
Dating & Marriage Apps
Chinese compatibility analysis using BaZi and Zi Wei Dou Shu for authentic relationship insights
Business Consulting Platforms
Traditional Chinese business timing, partnership compatibility, optimal launch dates
Real Estate & Feng Shui Apps
Ming Gua property recommendations, directional analysis, feng shui compatibility scoring
Chinese Social Media Platforms
Daily Chinese horoscopes, fortune analysis, traditional calendar integration
Financial Services
Chinese astrology-based investment timing, wealth palace analysis, money luck predictions
Healthcare & Wellness
Five Elements health analysis, traditional Chinese medicine integration, wellness timing
Technical Specifications
BaZi Calculation Speed | <300ms for complete Four Pillars analysis |
Zi Wei Dou Shu Stars | 108 stars with brightness and palace interactions |
Traditional Formulas | Master-validated algorithms from classical texts |
Ming Gua Directions | Complete feng shui analysis with practical applications |
Luck Pillars | 10-year cycles with detailed analysis |
10 Gods Analysis | Complete personality and fortune analysis |
Element Calculations | Five Elements strength and interaction analysis |
Compatibility Matching | BaZi-based relationship compatibility scoring |
Multi-language Support | Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), English, and 7 more languages |
Bulk Processing | Up to 10,000 calculations per batch request |
Cultural Context | Proper interpretations respecting traditional knowledge |
Historical Range | 1900-2100 CE with accurate Chinese calendar conversion |
API Response Format | Clean JSON with nested traditional structures |
Authentication | JWT tokens with role-based access control |
Webhook Support | Real-time notifications for fortune changes |
Chinese Astrology API Comparison - Authenticity Matters
Feature | AstroAPI | Others |
---|---|---|
BaZi Completeness | Full traditional system | Basic/simplified versions |
Zi Wei Dou Shu | 108 stars complete | Not available or limited |
Cultural Authenticity | Master-validated formulas | Western interpretations |
Ming Gua Calculations | Complete feng shui analysis | Basic or missing |
Traditional Accuracy | 98% vs manual calculations | 70-80% approximate |
Language Support | Traditional Chinese included | English only |
Bulk Processing | 10,000+ charts | 100-500 charts |
Response Time | <400ms complex calculations | 2-5 seconds |
Market Focus | Built for Chinese users | Western-centric approach |
Integration Complexity | 2-3 hours setup | 1-2 weeks development |
Price for 10K requests | $37/month | $199-399/month |
Cultural Sensitivity | Respectful traditional presentation | Generic mystical branding |
Documentation Quality | Cultural context included | Technical specs only |
Expert Validation | Certified Chinese astrology masters | Software developers only |
Update Frequency | Continuous accuracy improvements | Static implementations |
Complete Chinese Metaphysical Systems
Authentic traditional calculations that Chinese users recognize and trust
Why Choose AstroAPI for Chinese Astrology?
Compare our authentic traditional calculations against the competition
BaZi Four Pillars Completeness
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Ming Gua Feng Shui
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chinese Astrology API
Everything you need to know about authentic Chinese metaphysical calculations
Build a Complete Multi-Cultural Astrology Platform
Chinese Astrology API works perfectly alongside our other systems. Combine with Western natal charts for international market expansion, relationship compatibility for cross-cultural dating features, daily horoscope generation for multi-tradition content, real-time transit tracking for timing optimization, tarot card readings for diversified mystical offerings.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Start free, scale as you grow. No hidden fees, no surprises.
Starter
For small apps and personal projects
- All basic endpoints
- 12 house systems
- Email support
Professional
For growing astrology applications
- All enhanced endpoints
- 23 house systems
- AI interpretations
- Priority support
Business
For high-volume applications
- ALL endpoints
- White-label ready
- Phone support
All plans include comprehensive documentation and SDKs
Questions? Talk to our team