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# List Categories

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All API requests should contain [authorization headers](/docs/apis/tickets/authorization-headers.md).
{% endhint %}

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This endpoint supports localization. Check [this page](/docs/apis/faq/localization.md) to learn more
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Get a list of categories that have topics.

#### Request

```
GET faq/{faqName}/categories
```

#### Query Parameters

<table><thead><tr><th>Name</th><th width="109">Type</th><th width="111">Required</th><th>Comments</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>faqName</td><td>string</td><td>yes</td><td>The name of the FAQ instance for the request</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Response

```json
{
    "data": [
        {
            "activeTopicCount": 3,
            "creationTime": "2023-12-19T19:27:42.1780509+00:00",
            "creatorId": "dd5a1046-98c7-4e12-9bc4-1c5aa35cf403",
            "description": "Explore our exquisite collection and learn about our jewelry materials, designs, and craftsmanship to help you make informed purchasing decisions.",
            "id": 450,
            "imageLink": null,
            "isPublished": true,
            "isSticky": false,
            "lastUpdateTime": "2023-12-19T14:27:42.1780509+00:00",
            "publishedTopicCount": 2,
            "title": "Product Information",
            "totalUsefulness": 1,
            "viewCount": 4
        },
        {
            "activeTopicCount": 3,
            "creationTime": "2023-12-19T18:27:50.8519959+00:00",
            "creatorId": "dd5a1046-98c7-4e12-9bc4-1c5aa35cf403",
            "description": "Understand our ordering process, shipping options, customization services, repair, appraisals, and other services we offer to ensure a seamless shopping experience.",
            "id": 451,
            "imageLink": null,
            "isPublished": true,
            "isSticky": false,
            "lastUpdateTime": "2023-12-19T14:27:50.8519959+00:00",
            "publishedTopicCount": 0,
            "title": "Ordering & Services",
            "totalUsefulness": 0,
            "viewCount": 0
        },
        {
            "activeTopicCount": 1,
            "creationTime": "2023-12-19T18:28:09.6997514+00:00",
            "creatorId": "dd5a1046-98c7-4e12-9bc4-1c5aa35cf403",
            "description": "Learn about our payment methods, return policies, store locations, and how to contact our dedicated customer support team for any inquiries or assistance",
            "id": 452,
            "imageLink": null,
            "isPublished": true,
            "isSticky": false,
            "lastUpdateTime": "2023-12-19T14:28:09.6997514+00:00",
            "publishedTopicCount": 0,
            "title": "Policies & Support",
            "totalUsefulness": 0,
            "viewCount": 0
        }
    ],
    "errorCode": -1,
    "errorText": null
}
```

`Data` field will contain an array of [Category](/docs/apis/faq/reference/objects/category.md) objects.