GET /v1/pinterest/user-pins

Pinterest User Pins API

List Pinterest user pins with full metadata for each item.

~13 credits (0.5/result) per request

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TL;DR

List Pinterest user pins with full metadata for each item. The Pinterest User Pins API (Pinterest) is a single authenticated GET request to /v1/pinterest/user-pins that responds with clean JSON and costs ~13 credits (0.5/result). Pass cache=true for a free 24h cache hit; default is always fresh. Start with 100 free credits — no credit card.

What is the Pinterest User Pins API?

The Pinterest User Pins API lets you list items in bulk with metadata for Pinterest user pins with a single REST call. No OAuth, no infrastructure to maintain, and no platform SDKs — send the request, get clean structured JSON back. Pass cache=true to serve from the 24h cache (0 credits on hit); default is always fresh. Hits include cached + cachedAt. Selected profile endpoints also accept cacheMaxAge=1d|3d|7d|14d|30d.

What you get

Bulk list of user pins with metadata
Dates, URLs, and engagement fields when available
Configurable result limit
Ideal for monitoring and content pipelines

Try it

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Parameters

url*stringPinterest profile URL or username. The URL platform must match this endpoint's platform. Do not pass cross-platform URLs, e.g. YouTube to TikTok, Instagram to Facebook, LinkedIn to X/Twitter, or Pinterest to Rumble.limitoptionalintegerMax items to return (default 25, max 200). Billed per result.cacheoptionalbooleanSet true to serve from the 24h response cache (0 credits on hit). Default false — always fetch fresh. Envelope includes cached + cachedAt on hits.

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curl "https://api.captapi.com/v1/pinterest/user-pins?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fnasa" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer capt_live_..."
# or: -H "x-api-key: capt_live_..."

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Example response

{
  "success": true,
  "data": {
    "username": "potterybarn",
    "totalReturned": 5,
    "pins": [
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "264938390611768286",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/264938390611768286/",
        "description": "Our Rockport Metal Rectangular Outdoor Dining Table is the perfect table to gather around, share everyday meals, and create everlasting memories. Layer with your favorite dinnerware, table linens, and decor. Tap to shop our table.",
        "destinationUrl": "https://www.potterybarn.com/pages/lookbook/fall/rustic-lodge/?cm_ven=OrganicSocial&cm_cat=Pinterest&cm_pla=stpin&cm_ite=rusticlodgeoutdoordining",
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/564x/c5/3c/d8/c53cd8cbf2c9ac113541297716ea4f79.jpg",
        "board": {
          "name": "Rustic Lodge Lookbook",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/potterybarn/rustic-lodge-lookbook/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "potterybarn",
          "displayName": "Pottery Barn",
          "followers": 1122723
        }
      },
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "264938390611768285",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/264938390611768285/",
        "description": "Turn your home into a cozy retreat with our Faux Fur Mink Throw Blankets. Available in over 10 colors, this soft throw blanket is perfect for cozying up on the couch, layering on a bed, or adding warmth and texture to any living room or bedroom. Tap to shop!",
        "destinationUrl": "https://www.potterybarn.com/pages/lookbook/fall/rustic-lodge/?cm_ven=OrganicSocial&cm_cat=Pinterest&cm_pla=stpin&cm_ite=rusticlodgeblankets",
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/564x/92/11/09/92110909d4268cb415bfb10ae6281f50.jpg",
        "board": {
          "name": "Rustic Lodge Lookbook",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/potterybarn/rustic-lodge-lookbook/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "potterybarn",
          "displayName": "Pottery Barn",
          "followers": 1122723
        }
      }
    ]
  }
}

Billing metadata is returned in response headers: X-Captapi-Credits (credits charged), X-Captapi-Cache (hit or miss), and X-Captapi-Source. Failed requests (4xx/5xx) are never charged. See the full list of error codes in the error reference.

Response structure

A successful call returns success, cached, creditsUsed, and a data object with the following fields:

Top-level fields

usernameAccount username / handle.
totalReturnedNumber of items returned in this response.

Pins

Each item in pins contains:

platformPlatform identifier for this response (matches the endpoint's platform).
idStable platform ID for the item.
urlCanonical URL of the item.
descriptionDescription text.
destinationUrlOutbound link on the pin (product/article URL). Not an ad creative field.
imageImage URL.
boardObject with name, url.
authorAuthor name or handle.

Parameters

Name	Type	Required	Description
url	string	Yes	Pinterest profile URL or username. The URL platform must match this endpoint's platform. Do not pass cross-platform URLs, e.g. YouTube to TikTok, Instagram to Facebook, LinkedIn to X/Twitter, or Pinterest to Rumble.
limit	integer	No	Max items to return (default 25, max 200). Billed per result.
cache	boolean	No	Set true to serve from the 24h response cache (0 credits on hit). Default false — always fetch fresh. Envelope includes cached + cachedAt on hits.

Authentication: send your key as Authorization: Bearer capt_live_.... A typical call costs ~13 credits (0.5/result) — billed per result, so the exact amount scales with how many items you request. Pass cache=true for a free 24h cache hit; default is always fresh (metrics refresh within ~1 hour).

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How it works

1. Sign up — get 100 free credits, no card required.
2. Create a key from your dashboard.
3. Send one request to /v1/pinterest/user-pins and parse the JSON response.

Use cases

Content Pipelines

Ingest a channel's catalog in bulk.

Monitoring

Detect new uploads automatically.

Archiving

Snapshot a creator's library — metadata plus CDN media URLs (re-fetch before mediaUrlsExpireAt).

Analytics

Aggregate performance across many videos.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Pinterest User Pins API do?+

The Pinterest User Pins API lets you list items in bulk with metadata from a public Pinterest pin using one GET request to /v1/pinterest/user-pins. It returns clean JSON — no OAuth or infrastructure setup required.

How many credits does the Pinterest User Pins API cost?+

At the default limit this endpoint costs 13 credits (0.5 per result). Billing scales with how many results you request. Pass cache=true to serve from the 24h cache (0 credits on hit); default is always fresh. Hits include cached + cachedAt. Selected profile endpoints also accept cacheMaxAge=1d|3d|7d|14d|30d. Failed or empty results are never charged.

Do I need a Pinterest API key or OAuth?+

No. A single Captapi key works across every platform Captapi supports — YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Reddit, Threads, Bluesky, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Rumble, Spotify, Kwai, and more. We handle proxies, rate limits, retries, and authentication for you.

Is the Pinterest User Pins API suitable for production use?+

Yes. It is a stable REST endpoint with predictable JSON and automatic retries. Pass cache=true to serve from the 24h cache (0 credits on hit); default is always fresh. Hits include cached + cachedAt. Selected profile endpoints also accept cacheMaxAge=1d|3d|7d|14d|30d. Use it for analytics, monitoring, and content automation.

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