API Access
Turn Social Video Downloader into an API. Generate a key, activate it with one payment, and
call /api/resolve from any tool, script, or app with a simple header.
Free
- 20 requests per minute per IP
- Instagram, Twitter / X, Reddit
- No account required
- Best for occasional use
Pro API Key
- 300 requests per minute per key
- All platforms, priority extraction
- Works from any tool / script / app
- Use the key in an X-API-Key header
Use your key
Keys are stored securely and only you can use them. Don't share your key in public code. Payments are processed by Stripe; we never see your card details. Public media only — respect content rights.
Download Instagram videos programmatically
The API exposes the same public-media extraction engine behind the website: pass a supported URL to /api/resolve and get normalized media results — videos as MP4, images as JPG — in JSON.
It is designed for developers building tools, aggregators, and automation around Instagram, Twitter / X, and Reddit public content.
- Instagram download API with normalized responses
- Twitter / X and Reddit download API
- 300 requests per minute on the Pro plan
- Simple header-based authentication
- One-time $9 activation, no subscription
API features
The API follows the same rules as the website: public content only, honest resolution labels, and no watermarking. Rate limits are generous, and the response shape is platform-independent.
- Instagram API for downloading reels, posts and IGTV
- Twitter / X media API
- Reddit media API
- Bulk download via script
API use cases
The API is designed for developers who need social media downloads at scale — from a single script to a full product.
Automation and scraping pipelines
Feed a list of public URLs and get normalized media results in JSON.
Content workflows
Fetch public reels, videos and photos for editorial or archival workflows.
Third-party tools
Wrap the API in your own downloader UI, bot, or batch job.
Frequently asked questions
What is the API key for?
The key authenticates requests to /api/resolve so you can download public social media content programmatically.
How much does it cost?
A one-time $9 activation via Stripe. No subscription, no recurring fees.
What is the rate limit?
The Pro plan allows 300 requests per minute across all endpoints.
Which platforms are supported?
Instagram, Twitter / X, and Reddit public content.
Is private content supported through the API?
No. The API only processes publicly accessible media, same as the website.
Can I use the API for commercial projects?
Yes, within the platform rules and your responsibility to respect content rights.