Threads Profile API
Threads profile — displayName, private/isPrivate, bioLinks (Meta verified), isThreadsOnlyUser, transparencyLabel, bioFragments, HD avatars (1 credit).
GET request to /v1/threads/profile that responds with clean JSON and costs 1 credit. Pass cache=true for a free 24h cache hit; default is always fresh. Start with 100 free credits — no credit card.What is the Threads Profile API?
Pass a Threads profile URL or @handle and get the public profile as clean JSON. Canonical core: platform, id, handle, url, displayName, bio, avatar, followers, verified — plus deprecated username/name/profileImage aliases for one release. Also: isThreadsOnlyUser (Threads-only vs Instagram-linked — pair with Instagram fbid for an IG↔FB↔Threads identity chain when Meta exposes it), private/isPrivate, bioLinks[] ({url, verified, linkId} — verified means Meta confirmed the bio link), bioFragments[] (parsed plaintext/link/mention/tag pieces from text_app_biography), transparencyLabel (state-affiliated media etc.), profileImageVersions[] ({url,width,height}), and hasOnboarded. Flat 1 credit. following and post counts are not publicly exposed on this surface (same gap as ScrapeCreators).
What you get
- Canonical displayName/avatar (+ name/profileImage aliases), bio, followers, verified
- private / isPrivate always present when Meta exposes privacy
- bioLinks[] with Meta verified + linkId; bioFragments[] when hydrated
- isThreadsOnlyUser + transparencyLabel for cross-platform / brand-safety signals
Platform limits
Honest ceilings from the upstream platform surface — not Captapi bugs. Unexpected truncation here is usually the platform, not us.
- following and postCount are not publicly exposed on Threads profile hydrate (same gap ScrapeCreators documents).
- isThreadsOnlyUser and transparencyLabel are often null on logged-out web hydrate even when the account has a value in Meta's app GraphQL.
Try it
Fill in the parameters below and copy a ready-to-run request, or open the live Playground to run it against your account (no API key paste).
Parameters
curl "https://api.captapi.com/v1/threads/profile?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.threads.net%2F%40zuck" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer capt_live_..."
# or: -H "x-api-key: capt_live_..."Edit the parameters and the code updates instantly. Switch languages and hit copy.
Example response
{
"success": true,
"data": {
"platform": "threads",
"username": "zuck",
"url": "https://www.threads.net/@zuck",
"id": "63055343223",
"displayName": "Mark Zuckerberg",
"name": "Mark Zuckerberg",
"bio": "Mostly superintelligence and MMA takes",
"verified": true,
"followers": 5691292,
"profileImage": "https://scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-19/550174606_17925811725103224_8363667901743352243_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InByb2ZpbGVfcGljLmRqYW5nby4xMDgwLmMyIn0&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2gEeXugh5SzVlR3-SM7yE5Ymx4mleUIUQVrFLOJAyo4Pai-q3Q4Babsn5npHNxps9Zg&_nc_ohc=2ejw17SwZhoQ7kNvwFX521e&_nc_gid=dmOcoQ5owB8qGvpTG7PZZA&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&oh=00_AQGktZYLExtnyRLt29v5FtvhGpx_oXGGlsI4Dt45cx4yWA&oe=6A74FA7E&_nc_sid=10d13b",
"isThreadsOnlyUser": null,
"private": false,
"isPrivate": false,
"bioLinks": [],
"bioFragments": [],
"transparencyLabel": null,
"profileImageVersions": [
{
"url": "https://scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-19/550174606_17925811725103224_8363667901743352243_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s320x320_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InByb2ZpbGVfcGljLmRqYW5nby4xMDgwLmMyIn0&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2gEeXugh5SzVlR3-SM7yE5Ymx4mleUIUQVrFLOJAyo4Pai-q3Q4Babsn5npHNxps9Zg&_nc_ohc=2ejw17SwZhoQ7kNvwFX521e&_nc_gid=dmOcoQ5owB8qGvpTG7PZZA&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&oh=00_AQFU2s6roeLRVTBK1hBGzljKdg1GndlM6ZamolBrQr2S0Q&oe=6A74FA7E&_nc_sid=10d13b",
"width": 320,
"height": 320
},
{
"url": "https://scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-19/550174606_17925811725103224_8363667901743352243_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6InByb2ZpbGVfcGljLmRqYW5nby4xMDgwLmMyIn0&_nc_ht=scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2gEeXugh5SzVlR3-SM7yE5Ymx4mleUIUQVrFLOJAyo4Pai-q3Q4Babsn5npHNxps9Zg&_nc_ohc=2ejw17SwZhoQ7kNvwFX521e&_nc_gid=dmOcoQ5owB8qGvpTG7PZZA&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&oh=00_AQGktZYLExtnyRLt29v5FtvhGpx_oXGGlsI4Dt45cx4yWA&oe=6A74FA7E&_nc_sid=10d13b",
"width": 640,
"height": 640
}
],
"hasOnboarded": true
}
}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
platformPlatform identifier for this response (matches the endpoint's platform).usernameAccount username / handle.urlCanonical URL of the item.idStable platform ID for the item.displayNameProfile display name (same concept as TikTok/IG/YouTube; name kept for compatibility).nameAlias of displayName (kept for older clients).bioProfile bio. Canonical across profile endpoints (prefer over description on YouTube).verifiedWhether Meta shows a verified badge on this Threads profile.followersFollower count.profileImageProfile image URL. Deprecated alias of avatar on Instagram/Twitter/Threads/TikTok profile endpoints (one release).isThreadsOnlyUsertrue when the account exists only on Threads (no Instagram twin). Pair with Instagram fbid for an IG↔FB↔Threads identity chain when all three are present.privateWhether the Threads account is private (same signal as isPrivate; TikTok-style key).isPrivateWhether the Threads account is private (same signal as private; Instagram-style key).bioLinksExternal links from the Threads bio. Each item is {url, verified, linkId} — verified means Meta confirmed the link (fake/impersonation signal).bioFragmentsParsed bio pieces from Meta text_app_biography (plaintext / link / mention / tag) when the web hydrate exposes them.transparencyLabelMeta transparency / state-affiliated media label when exposed — brand-safety signal. Often null on logged-out hydrate.hasOnboardedWhether the account has onboarded to Threads (text post app).
Profile image versions
Each item in profileImageVersions contains:
urlCanonical URL of the item.widthWidth in pixels.heightHeight in pixels.
Parameters
| Name | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | string | Yes | Threads profile URL or @handle, e.g. https://threads.net/@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. |
| 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 1 credit. Pass cache=true for a free 24h cache hit; default is always fresh.
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/threads/profileand parse the JSON response.
Use cases
Profile Enrichment
Add live stats, bio, and account flags to a contact you already have.
Creator Verification
Confirm a known handle, audience size, and business/verified status before outreach.
Competitive Analysis
Track follower growth and posting cadence for accounts you already follow.
Partnership Qualification
Vet known partnership and sponsorship targets with fresh profile data.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Threads Profile API do?+
The Threads Profile API lets you fetch profile or page details and audience stats from a public Threads profile or page using one GET request to /v1/threads/profile. It returns clean JSON — no OAuth or infrastructure setup required.
How many credits does the Threads Profile API cost?+
Each successful call costs 1 credit. 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 Threads 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.
What does isThreadsOnlyUser mean?+
When Meta exposes it, true means the account exists only on Threads (not an Instagram-linked auto-profile). On the public web hydrate this flag is often omitted — Captapi still returns the key as null so clients can rely on a stable schema.
Is the Threads Profile 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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