Instagram Post/Reel Info API
Post/Reel Info
for Instagram, in one call.
The Post/Reel Info 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 post/reel info data in real-time for your applications. Retrieve public post/reel details. *Play counts can sometimes be inaccurate* Play counts are Instagram-only. When a Reel is also cross-posted to Facebook, Instagram (behind login) shows you the combined IG + FB views. But this API will only return the Instagram views. [Read about it on Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/InstagramMarketing/comments/1cu2dge/whats_the_point_of_having_facebook_views_on/)
// Example: Post/Reel Info from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/post`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Endpoint spec
What the Post/Reel Info endpoint returns
/v1/instagram/post Parameters
url string
required
Instagram post or reel URL
region string 2 letter country code to set the proxy in
trim boolean Set to true to get a trimmed response
download_media boolean Set to true to download the video/images and get back permanent Supabase URLs. Costs 10 credits if media is found, 1 credit otherwise.
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// Example: Post/Reel Info from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/post`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Why us
Why use this Post/Reel Info endpoint
Real-time data access
Get the most up-to-date Post/Reel Info 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 Post/Reel Info data through our carefully designed endpoint.
Use cases
Post/Reel Info endpoint use cases
Data analysis
Analyze Post/Reel Info data to gain insights and make data-driven decisions.
Content monitoring
Monitor Post/Reel Info content to track changes and updates in real-time.
Integration
Integrate Post/Reel Info data into your applications and services.
Automation
Automate processes using Post/Reel Info data to improve efficiency.
Reporting
Generate reports and analytics using Post/Reel Info data.
Custom solutions
Build custom solutions leveraging Post/Reel Info 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.
Profile
GET /v1/instagram/profile Gets public Instagram profile data, recent posts, and related accounts
Basic Profile
GET /v1/instagram/basic-profile Get a basic profile by user id.
Posts
GET /v2/instagram/user/posts Get a persons public posts (which includes reels). *Play counts can sometimes be inaccurate* Play counts are Instagram-only. When a Reel is also cross-posted to Facebook, Instagram (behind login) shows you the combined IG + FB views. But this API will only return the Instagram views. [Read about it on Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/InstagramMarketing/comments/1cu2dge/whats_the_point_of_having_facebook_views_on/)
Reels
GET /v1/instagram/user/reels Get all public reels from a profile. Can provide a user_id or handle, but for faster response times, use user_id. This won't include pinned reels right now. And I'm not sure why, but it looks like IG doesn't return the description of the reel on this endpoint :( You'll have to use the post detail endpoint to get that. *Play counts can sometimes be inaccurate* Play counts are Instagram-only. When a Reel is also cross-posted to Facebook, Instagram (behind login) shows you the combined IG + FB views. But this API will only return the Instagram views. [Read about it on Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/InstagramMarketing/comments/1cu2dge/whats_the_point_of_having_facebook_views_on/)
Transcript
GET /v2/instagram/media/transcript Get the transcript of an Instagram post or reel. This is a little slow since I run it through an AI. You can only get a transcript if the video is under 2 minutes. You should get results in 10-30 seconds. If no one is spreaking it should return null. Since some posts are carousel, it will return a transcript for each item in the carousel.
Search Hashtag Posts
GET /v1/instagram/search/hashtag Search for public Instagram posts by hashtag. Uses Google Search to find indexed posts/reels, then scrapes the public Instagram pages. This avoids Instagram login-gated search and only uses public data.
FAQ
Questions we hear
about this endpoint.
Is the Post/Reel Info endpoint official?
No, ScrapeCreators provides an unofficial Post/Reel Info 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 Post/Reel Info data?
We provide real-time Post/Reel Info data from Instagram. When you make a request, we fetch the latest information available, so you always get fresh data.
Can I use the Post/Reel Info 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 Post/Reel Info endpoint?
No credit card required. Sign up for free and you get 100 credits on the house to test the Post/Reel Info endpoint before deciding on a plan. Credits never expire.
What format does the Post/Reel Info endpoint return?
The Post/Reel Info endpoint returns a clean JSON response over HTTPS. Call `GET https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/post` with your API key and parse the response like any other REST API.
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