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Why Vestafact

A split-flap display board that lives on the web

The mechanical charm of a split-flap departure board, recreated as a free web widget. No hardware, no subscription — just a board that flips.

A new phrase every hour

The main board rotates fresh, uplifting phrases around the clock — never repeating within 90 days.

Make it yours

Your own board with your message, theme, and flip style. One Google click, free forever.

Embed anywhere

Drop a web component or iframe into any site. It stays live-synced with your board, automatically.

Drive it from code

Free API keys let scripts, servers, and devices update your board — build tickers, dashboards, countdowns.

Themes

Four looks, one flip

Every board — including embeds — can wear any of these. They flip in as you watch.

note-dark — the classic departure board
note-blue — electric on black
paper-light — warm gallery paper
paper-night — dark flaps, light frame

How it works

Your own board in under a minute

Try the editor

Open the creator, type your message, pick a theme — no account needed to play.

Sign in with Google

One click saves your board. No password, no spam, nothing to configure.

Share, embed, or automate

Get a public link, embed code for your site, and free API keys — all instantly.

Create your board now →

For developers

An API that speaks curl

Generate a free key from your dashboard and your board becomes programmable — CI status, sales counters, weather, anything. Rate limits are generous and the docs live right next to your keys.

Get your free API key →
# Update your board from anywhere
curl -X PATCH https://vestafact.com/api/v1/board \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"message":"DEPLOY SUCCEEDED","theme":"note-blue"}'

FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Vestafact?

A free split-flap display board for the web. The main board flips to a fresh phrase every hour, and anyone can create their own board, embed it on a website, or update it through an API.

Is it really free?

Yes. Viewing, creating a personal board, embedding, and the API are all free. Sign-in uses your Google account — no password and no payment details.

Do I need an account to embed the board on my site?

No. Embedding the main board takes one line of code and no signup. You only sign in if you want your own board with your own message. See the embed guide.

Can I update my board from code?

Yes. Every account can generate free API keys and update the board with a simple HTTPS request — message, theme, animation, size, and visibility are all controllable.

How often does the main board change?

A new phrase flips in every hour, around the clock — and never repeats within 90 days.

Is this affiliated with Vestaboard?

No. Vestafact is an independent custom recreation inspired by Vestaboard's public product visuals and documentation. If you want the beautiful real-world hardware, go get a Vestaboard.