Scrape Threads Data Instantly with the Scrape Creators Unofficial Threads API

Meta’s Threads is quickly becoming a major player in the social media space, but if you’ve ever tried to access their official API, you know it’s no walk in the park.
To use it, you need to create a developer app, connect a business account, and navigate a pile of review requirements before you can make a single request.

For developers, marketers, and analysts who just want to pull public Threads data right now, that’s… less than ideal.
That’s where the Scrape Creators Unofficial Threads API comes in.

With our API, you can start making requests immediately, no business account, no app review, no OAuth flow. Just grab your API key and you’re ready to go.

What You Can Do with the Unofficial Threads API

We’ve built endpoints to cover the most useful data on Threads. Here’s what’s available:

1. Profile

Retrieve complete public profile data for any Threads user.
Returns: username, bio, profile image, follower count, following count, and more.

Example use cases:

• Build an influencer database
• Monitor competitor profiles
• Enrich social media reports

2. Posts

Pull all public posts from a user in chronological order.
Returns: post text, images, videos, timestamps, and engagement stats.

Example use cases:

• Track posting frequency and engagement trends
• Archive content for analysis
• Study content formats that perform well

3. Post

Retrieve details for a single post by ID.
Returns: full text, media, engagement stats, and metadata.

Example use cases:

• Run deep sentiment or keyword analysis
• Share a single post in another app
• Store high-value posts for later reference

4. Search by Keyword

Search Threads posts by a keyword or phrase.
Returns: matching posts with their metadata.

Example use cases:

• Monitor brand mentions
• Track trending industry topics
• Discover organic conversations

5. Search Users

Find users based on their name or bio keywords.
Returns: usernames, bios, profile links, and profile stats.

Example use cases:

• Identify influencers in your niche
• Build targeted outreach lists
• Research communities around specific interests

Example API Request

Here’s how easy it is to start pulling Threads data with Scrape Creators:

 const res = await axios.get(
  "https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/threads/profile?handle=zuck",
  {
    headers: { "x-api-key": process.env.SCRAPE_CREATORS_API_KEY },
  }
  );
console.log(res.data);

Sample JSON response:

 {
  "success": true,
  "pk": "63055343223",
  "profile_pic_url": "https://instagram.fphl1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.2885-19/452737457_1313286386312102_744138929735022550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s150x150_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InByb2ZpbGVfcGljLmRqYW5nby43NjguYzIifQ&_nc_ht=instagram.fphl1-1.fna.fbcdn.net&_nc_cat=1&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2QGI6rV6WitBOFusBSbmxIOuuumYDGSoKQkrc24pi0jTNyuYZmrwQkGEZ458Pnm9OfI&_nc_ohc=0shb9Eadb5QQ7kNvwGA5A8D&_nc_gid=yC-nekfCiY5snnILiZGDXQ&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&oh=00_AfWIApMggPi9kzBSwD0n5g3wfjP9ctsdCxPJrh1o4d64wQ&oe=68A40D8E&_nc_sid=10d13b",
  "username": "zuck",
  "follower_count": 5057266,
  "hd_profile_pic_versions": [
    {
      "height": 640,
      "url": "https://instagram.fphl1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t51.2885-19/452737457_1313286386312102_744138929735022550_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InByb2ZpbGVfcGljLmRqYW5nby43NjguYzIifQ&_nc_ht=instagram.fphl1-1.fna.fbcdn.net&_nc_cat=1&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2QGI6rV6WitBOFusBSbmxIOuuumYDGSoKQkrc24pi0jTNyuYZmrwQkGEZ458Pnm9OfI&_nc_ohc=0shb9Eadb5QQ7kNvwGA5A8D&_nc_gid=yC-nekfCiY5snnILiZGDXQ&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&oh=00_AfWWudakWfAQO013MtFdSipYSUN_o0kJ34oWyAYtH-z8SA&oe=68A40D8E&_nc_sid=10d13b",
      "width": 640
    }
  ],
  "is_verified": true,
  "biography": "Mostly superintelligence and MMA takes",
  "full_name": "Mark Zuckerberg",
  "bio_links": [],
  "profile_tags": {
    "nodes": [
      {
        "display_name": "AI",
        "name": "ai",
        "id": "18392111818029156"
      },
      {
        "display_name": "MMA",
        "name": "mma",
        "id": "18400625521011745"
      },
      {
        "display_name": "memes",
        "name": "memes",
        "id": "18402364270062744"
      }
    ]
  },
  "id": "63055343223"
}

Why Use the Unofficial Threads API Instead of the Official One?

Real World Use Cases

• Influencer Marketing: Discover and track relevant creators in your niche
• Brand Monitoring: Get alerted whenever someone mentions your brand
• Content Analysis: See what formats, hashtags, and posting times work
• Market Research: Understand audience sentiment on trends and products
• Archiving & Compliance: Keep a historical record of posts for audits

Getting Started in 3 Steps

1. Sign Up: Create a free account at Scrape Creators.
2. Get Your API Key: Copy it from your dashboard.
3. Make Your First Request: Use curl, JavaScript, Python, or your favorite language.