A tech-driven exploration of Pepe the frog

Pepe is more than just a meme. He is a paradox, a symbol, an evolving digital entity shaped by internet culture.

OnlyPepes is a project that archives, studies, and provides tools for exploring Pepe's transformation across time and platforms.

Try Random Pepes API Documentation

Developer API

Our comprehensive API gives developers programmatic access to our entire Pepe collection, with powerful search capabilities and detailed metadata.

Key Features

  • Access to 10,000+ cataloged Pepe variations
  • Advanced search and filtering capabilities
  • Detailed metadata for each Pepe meme
  • High-performance, globally distributed CDN
  • Comprehensive documentation and examples

Example Usage

// Get a random Pepe
  fetch('https://api.onlypepes.com/v2/pepe')
  .then(response => response.json())
  .then(data => {
    console.log(data.data.url);
    // https://cdn.onlypepes.com/pepe123.jpg
  });

Endpoints

3

Response Time

< 100ms

Uptime

99.9%

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Pepe Telegram Bot

Add the OnlyPepes bot to your Telegram groups for instant access to our entire collection of Pepe memes.

How It Works

1

Add to Your Group

Search for @onlypepes_bot on Telegram and add it to your group or start a direct conversation.

2

Use Simple Commands

Type /pepe for a random Pepe or /pepe [search term] to find specific Pepes.

3

Share and Enjoy

The bot instantly delivers high-quality Pepe memes that you can share with your group.

Available Commands

Command Description
/pepe Get a random Pepe meme
/pepe [search] Search for Pepes by keyword
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OnlyPepes Bot

online

/pepe

Here's a random Pepe for you:

[Pepe Image]

/pepe gm

Found a gm Pepe for you:

[gm Pepe Image]

Add to Telegram

The Digital Metamorphosis

From humble beginnings as a comic book character to becoming one of the internet's most recognizable symbols, Pepe's journey represents the evolving nature of digital culture itself.

Origins

Created by Matt Furie in 2005 for his comic "Boy's Club," Pepe began as a laid-back anthropomorphic frog with the catchphrase "feels good man." This simple character would later transcend its origins in ways no one could predict.

Cultural Phenomenon

By 2008, Pepe had begun spreading across 4chan, Reddit, and Tumblr, evolving with each iteration. The character's malleable nature allowed it to express a vast spectrum of emotions and ideas, becoming a vessel for collective internet expression.

Controversy & Reclamation

As Pepe gained mainstream attention, the character was co-opted by various groups, leading to controversial associations. In response, Furie and others launched the #SavePepe campaign to reclaim the character's original peaceful nature.

Digital Renaissance

Today, Pepe continues to evolve in digital spaces, finding new life in crypto art, gaming communities, and as a symbol of internet culture itself. The character represents how digital artifacts can take on lives of their own, shaped by collective participation.

Our Research Methodology

OnlyPepes employs a multidisciplinary approach to studying the evolution and impact of Pepe the Frog across digital landscapes.

Data Collection

Our crawlers continuously scan social media platforms and image boards to catalog new Pepe variations as they emerge.

Each image is timestamped, categorized, and analyzed for visual elements, contextual usage, and spread patterns.

Cultural Analysis

Our team of digital anthropologists and media studies experts examine how Pepe reflects and influences broader cultural trends and social movements.

We publish blog posts analyzing the relationship between Pepe variations and contemporary events.

Technical Innovation

Our hashing algorithms can now identify and categorize Pepe variations with ≈75% accuracy, allowing for unprecedented tracking of meme evolution.

We've developed visual fingerprinting technology that can trace any Pepe in our database.

What Scholars Are Saying

"OnlyPepes has revolutionized how we study internet culture. Their methodical approach to tracking meme evolution provides invaluable data for understanding digital communication patterns."

Dr. Shaniqua Chen

Professor of Digital Anthropology, Nigerian Institute of Technology

"The archive maintained by OnlyPepes represents the most comprehensive documentation of a single meme's evolution ever assembled. It's an unprecedented resource for media studies."

Prof. Shlomo Schmith

Internet Culture Department, Kektopia University

"The analytical tools developed by OnlyPepes have applications far beyond meme studies. They're pioneering methods for tracking how ideas spread and transform in digital spaces."

Dr. Apu Apustaja

Digital Sociology Research Center, Tendiland

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of OnlyPepes?

OnlyPepes is dedicated to documenting, analyzing, and preserving the cultural phenomenon of Pepe the Frog through academic research, comprehensive archiving, and the development of software tools. We aim to understand how digital symbols evolve and impact society.

How do you collect Pepe variations?

We use a combination of automated web crawlers, user submissions, and partnerships with digital archives. Our team also conducts manual searches across various platforms to ensure comprehensive coverage of Pepe's appearances across the internet.

Is OnlyPepes affiliated with Matt Furie?

While we respect Matt Furie as the original creator of Pepe the Frog, OnlyPepes is an independent research initiative not officially affiliated with him. We do, however, support his efforts to reclaim Pepe's image and promote the character's positive aspects.

Can I contribute to the archive?

Yes! We welcome submissions from the community. You can contribute Pepe variations, contextual information, or research insights through our submission portal. All contributions are reviewed by our team before being added to the archive.

What's the price for accessing the archive?

All the memes and our basic tools are available to all users for free.