Pinterest’s official API targets advertisers—not developers who want pin data fast. It requires a business account, heavy auth, and still limits what you can read.
An unofficial Pinterest API returns search results, boards, and pin metadata as JSON—no business account, no browser farm, pay-as-you-go credits instead of enterprise tiers.
That fits teams building on public pin data:
- Recipe apps pulling ingredients and source URLs
- E-commerce teams tracking trending product pins
- Content curators feeding schedulers with fresh visuals
In this guide, you’ll learn:
- Why the unofficial API beats the official one for direct content access
- How to search pins and read the JSON response
- Available endpoints for boards, users, and individual pins
- Real-world use cases from recipes to market research
Here’s what the endpoints return.
Why Use the Unofficial Pinterest API?
- No Business Account Required – Anyone can use it.
- Fast JSON Responses – Get clean, structured data you can use right away.
- Simple Search – Search for any keyword and get relevant pins in seconds.
- Rich Data – Each pin includes:
- Image URLs (full-size)
- Pin link URL (destination)
- Video details (if available)
- Recipe metadata (if applicable)
- Board details
- User profile info
Example: Search Pinterest Pins with the API
Let’s say you want to scrape Pinterest dessert recipes for “chocolate cake” and instantly get all the image URLs, recipe links, and even the ingredient lists.
import axios from "axios";
const API_KEY = "YOUR_API_KEY";
const query = "chocolate cake";
const res = await axios.get(
`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/pinterest/search?query=${query}`,
{
headers: { "x-api-key": API_KEY },
},
);
console.log(res.data);
Example Response:
{
"success": true,
"pins": [
{
"node_id": "UGluOjg4MDMxMzY3NzE2NTkxMDA4",
"url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/88031367716591008",
"auto_alt_text": "the world's best chocolate cake on a plate with two pieces cut out and ready to be eaten",
"id": "88031367716591008",
"description": "Best chocolate cake recipe that’s rich, moist, and decadent! Perfect as a homemade treat or for special occasions, this easy dessert will wow your guests. Indulge in this simple dessert that feels gourmet yet is foolproof. Save this recipe for later! #DessertLover #ChocolateCake",
"title": "Ultimate Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe for Beginners!",
"images": {
"orig": {
"width": 1000,
"height": 2000
}
},
"link": "https://www.mommyplates.com/the-ultimate-chocolate-cake-recipe/",
"domain": "mommyplates.com",
"seo_alt_text": "the world's best chocolate cake on a plate with two pieces cut out and ready to be eaten",
"board": {
"node_id": "Qm9hcmQ6ODgwMzE0MzY0MDU2NjY0MzQ=",
"owner": {
"username": "livbuzz",
"follower_count": 177,
"full_name": "Liv Buzz",
"id": "88031505124693058"
},
"is_collaborative": false,
"name": "Baking",
"cover_images": {
"222x": {
"url": "https://i.pinimg.com/222x/ae/ca/86/aeca86d5100263e08251cb1ce2bb7c38.jpg",
"width": 222
}
},
"pin_count": 10,
"type": "board",
"id": "88031436405666434",
"url": "/livbuzz/baking/"
},
"grid_title": "Ultimate Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe for Beginners!",
"created_at": "Fri, 01 Aug 2025 19:57:38 +0000",
"pinner": {
"node_id": "VXNlcjo4ODAzMTUwNTEyNDY5MzA1OA==",
"username": "livbuzz",
"follower_count": 177,
"image_large_url": "https://i.pinimg.com/140x140_RS/69/a1/83/69a18340b0820e22ea33da2efa61b857.jpg",
"id": "88031505124693058"
}
},
{
"node_id": "UGluOjc3NDEyNDkzMDk0MzQwMA==",
"url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/774124930943400",
"auto_alt_text": "two photos side by side of a chocolate cake with the words, easy to make delicious irresistiblely easy chocolate cake recipe",
"id": "774124930943400",
"description": "Indulge in this irresistible easy chocolate cake recipe that’s perfect for any celebration! With its rich flavors and moist texture, this cake is sure to be the star of your dessert table. Crafted with simple ingredients and easy steps, it's a recipe anyone can master. Whether it’s for a festive gathering or a well-deserved treat after a long day, this cake is guaranteed to impress. Save this recipe now and bring joy to your next occasion with this delightful dessert!",
"title": "Irresistible Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe",
"images": {
"orig": {
"width": 1080,
"height": 1920,
"url": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/56/3f/fc/563ffce6d3d2cdb93163da12652107d9.png"
}
},
"link": "https://lovedrecipes.com/ultimate-chocolate-cake-recipe-for-every-occasion/",
"domain": "lovedrecipes.com",
"seo_alt_text": "two photos side by side of a chocolate cake with the words, easy to make delicious irresistiblely easy chocolate cake recipe",
"board": {
"node_id": "Qm9hcmQ6Nzc0MTkzNjI1MjI3MTc3",
"owner": {
"username": "stephholt1008",
"follower_count": 123,
"full_name": "Steph Holt",
"id": "774262344387752"
},
"name": "ALL the food",
"cover_images": {
"222x": {
"url": "https://i.pinimg.com/222x/45/75/a2/4575a269bd789ec06d9c96d2cf4a15eb.jpg",
"width": 222
}
},
"pin_count": 2442,
"type": "board",
"id": "774193625227177",
"url": "/stephholt1008/all-the-food/"
},
"grid_title": "Irresistible Easy Chocolate Cake Recipe",
"created_at": "Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:41:59 +0000",
"pinner": {
"node_id": "VXNlcjo3NzQyNjIzNDQzODc3NTI=",
"username": "stephholt1008",
"follower_count": 123,
"id": "774262344387752"
}
}
],
"cursor": "Y2JVSG81V2...."
}
In just a few lines of code, you now have:
- Direct links to each pin’s full-size image
- The original recipe source URL
- Board and user info for categorization
- Recipe ingredients and instructions if Pinterest has them
Available Endpoints
- Search Pins – Find pins by keyword.
- Get Board Pins – List all pins from a specific board.
- Get Boards – See all boards from a user
- Get Individual Pin – Pull detailed info on a single pin.
Real-World Use Cases
- Recipe Aggregation Pull recipe pins (ingredients, steps, links) into your own cooking app or website.
- E-Commerce Inspiration Track trending product pins and see what’s getting shared in your niche.
- Content Curation Power a blog or social media scheduler with the latest visual content from Pinterest.
- Market Research Analyze how people are pinning products, styles, and trends in real time.
- Video Pin Discovery Find all video pins for a topic (e.g., “DIY furniture”) and embed them in your site.
Why This Beats the Official Pinterest API
Pinterest’s official API is designed for marketers and advertisers, not developers who want direct content access. With Scrape Creators’ Unofficial Pinterest API, you skip the bureaucracy and get exactly what you need, data, not red tape.
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Whether you’re building a B2C app, doing Pinterest SEO research, or just want instant Pinterest data in JSON, the Scrape Creators Unofficial Pinterest API gets you there faster.
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