Instagram Basic Profile API
Basic Profile
for Instagram, in one call.
The Basic Profile endpoint from ScrapeCreators gives developers reliable access to Instagram data without the hassle of building and maintaining scrapers. Our endpoint makes it easy to retrieve basic profile data in real-time for your applications. Get profile details without posts using a numeric userId. Usually faster than Profile.
// Example: Basic Profile from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/basic-profile`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Endpoint spec
What the Basic Profile endpoint returns
/v1/instagram/basic-profile Parameters
userId string Numeric Instagram user ID.
cache_max_age select Use a cached response this old or newer for 0 credits. If none is available, fetch live at the endpoint’s normal price.
Quick start
Basic Profile quick start
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// Example: Basic Profile from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/basic-profile`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Why us
Why use this Basic Profile endpoint
Real-time data access
Get the most up-to-date Basic Profile data without dealing with rate limits or IP blocks.
Simple integration
Clear documentation and a straightforward REST endpoint make it easy to get started in any language.
High reliability
Our infrastructure ensures high uptime and consistent performance for your applications, even at scale.
Comprehensive data
Access comprehensive Basic Profile data through our carefully designed endpoint.
Use cases
Basic Profile endpoint use cases
Data analysis
Analyze Basic Profile data to gain insights and make data-driven decisions.
Content monitoring
Monitor Basic Profile content to track changes and updates in real-time.
Integration
Integrate Basic Profile data into your applications and services.
Automation
Automate processes using Basic Profile data to improve efficiency.
Reporting
Generate reports and analytics using Basic Profile data.
Custom solutions
Build custom solutions leveraging Basic Profile data for your specific needs.
More Instagram endpoints
Keep exploring the Instagram API
Use this endpoint with related Instagram endpoints when you need profiles, posts, search, comments, and engagement data in one workflow.
Posts
GET /v2/instagram/user/posts Get public posts and reels with pagination. Play counts may be inaccurate and exclude Facebook views. Check access-response messages, not just HTTP status.
User Tagged Posts
GET /v1/instagram/user/tagged-posts Get public posts that tag an Instagram user.
Reels
GET /v1/instagram/user/reels Get public reels by user_id or handle. Pinned reels and captions are excluded. Play counts may be inaccurate and exclude Facebook views. Use Post for captions.
Post/Reel Info
GET /v1/instagram/post Get public post or reel details. Play counts may be inaccurate and exclude Facebook views.
Transcript
GET /v2/instagram/media/transcript Get AI transcripts with timestamp segments for videos in an Instagram post or reel. Long videos may time out.
Search Instagram
GET /v1/instagram/search Find users, hashtags, and places with Instagram search. Returns one page, without posts.
FAQ
Questions we hear
about this endpoint.
Is the Basic Profile endpoint official?
No, ScrapeCreators provides an unofficial Basic Profile endpoint that lets you access Instagram data through our platform. We handle the complexities of data collection so you can focus on building your application.
How current is the Basic Profile data?
We provide real-time Basic Profile data from Instagram. When you make a request, we fetch the latest information available, so you always get fresh data.
Can I use the Basic Profile endpoint in production?
Absolutely. Many businesses rely on ScrapeCreators endpoints for their production applications. Our infrastructure is designed for reliability and performance at scale.
Do I need a credit card to try the Basic Profile endpoint?
No credit card required. Sign up for free and you get 100 credits on the house to test the Basic Profile endpoint before deciding on a plan. Credits never expire.
What format does the Basic Profile endpoint return?
The Basic Profile endpoint returns a clean JSON response over HTTPS. Call `GET https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/basic-profile` with your API key and parse the response like any other REST API.
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Start using Basic Profile
100 credits on the house. No credit card. Start pulling basic profile data in under sixty seconds.
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