Instagram Reels API
Reels
for Instagram, in one call.
The Reels 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 reels data in real-time for your applications. 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.
// Example: Reels from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/user/reels`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Endpoint spec
What the Reels endpoint returns
/v1/instagram/user/reels Parameters
user_id string Numeric Instagram user ID; faster than using a handle.
handle string Instagram handle; use user_id for faster responses.
max_id string Pass max_id from the previous response for the next page.
trim boolean Set to true for a trimmed response.
Quick start
Reels quick start
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// Example: Reels from the Instagram API
const response = await fetch(`https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/user/reels`, {
headers: {
'x-api-key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'
}
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Why us
Why use this Reels endpoint
Real-time data access
Get the most up-to-date Reels 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 Reels data through our carefully designed endpoint.
Use cases
Reels endpoint use cases
Data analysis
Analyze Reels data to gain insights and make data-driven decisions.
Content monitoring
Monitor Reels content to track changes and updates in real-time.
Integration
Integrate Reels data into your applications and services.
Automation
Automate processes using Reels data to improve efficiency.
Reporting
Generate reports and analytics using Reels data.
Custom solutions
Build custom solutions leveraging Reels 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.
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 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.
Popular Search
GET /v1/instagram/search/popular Explore an Instagram topic with its description, sources, suggested terms, media count, and paginated posts.
Search Hashtag Posts
GET /v1/instagram/search/hashtag Find Google-indexed public posts by exact hashtag, with date filters and pagination. Results are best-effort, not a complete hashtag feed.
Search Instagram Profiles
GET /v1/instagram/search/profiles Find ranked profiles with Instagram search, without Google. No pagination; extra details for the first 10 results are best-effort.
FAQ
Questions we hear
about this endpoint.
Is the Reels endpoint official?
No, ScrapeCreators provides an unofficial Reels 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 Reels data?
We provide real-time Reels data from Instagram. When you make a request, we fetch the latest information available, so you always get fresh data.
Can I use the Reels 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 Reels endpoint?
No credit card required. Sign up for free and you get 100 credits on the house to test the Reels endpoint before deciding on a plan. Credits never expire.
What format does the Reels endpoint return?
The Reels endpoint returns a clean JSON response over HTTPS. Call `GET https://api.scrapecreators.com/v1/instagram/user/reels` with your API key and parse the response like any other REST API.
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