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GET /v1/tiktok/search

TikTok Search API

Search TikTok programmatically and get structured, ranked results.

14 credits per request (0.7 per result)
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TL;DR
The TikTok Search API (TikTok) returns search TikTok programmatically and get structured, ranked results. It's a single authenticated GET request to /v1/tiktok/search that responds with clean JSON, costs 14 credits, and is cached for 24 hours (repeat calls are free). Start with 100 free credits — no credit card.

What is the TikTok Search API?

The TikTok Search API lets you search and return matching results from TikTok with a single REST call. No OAuth, no scraping infrastructure, and no platform SDKs — send the URL, get clean structured JSON back. Results are cached for 24 hours, so repeat lookups are instant and free.

What you get

  • Ranked, structured result list
  • Title, URL, author, and thumbnail per result
  • Engagement metrics where available
  • Configurable result limit

Try it

Fill in the parameters below and copy a ready-to-run request in your language of choice.

Parameters

curl "https://api.captapi.com/v1/tiktok/search?q=skincare" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer capt_live_..."

Edit the parameters and the code updates instantly. Switch languages and hit copy.

Example response

{
  "success": true,
  "cached": false,
  "creditsUsed": 14,
  "data": {
    "query": "skincare",
    "totalReturned": 5,
    "results": [
      {
        "platform": "tiktok",
        "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.health888/video/7652317428352830733",
        "id": "7652317428352830733",
        "caption": "Triple Collagen Cream helps hydrate and refine skin from the inside out for radiance. It also increases skin elasticity for a firm, plumped and youthful look. #medicube #collagencream #moisturizer #antiaging #over40 *Limited time offer. Prices and promotions may vary and are subject to change at any time*",
        "description": "Triple Collagen Cream helps hydrate and refine skin from the inside out for radiance. It also increases skin elasticity for a firm, plumped and youthful look. #medicube #collagencream #moisturizer #antiaging #over40 *Limited time offer. Prices and promotions may vary and are subject to change at any time*",
        "publishedAt": "2026-06-17T11:00:57.000Z",
        "durationSeconds": 32,
        "thumbnailUrl": "https://p19-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-useast5-p-0068-tx/o8IIkLUJPEAYHnGbQelhAkAAIyfUIZeNzBzAjm~tplv-tiktokx-dmt-logom:tos-useast5-i-0068-tx/oUAQgEpAR5dIqAffkAiMBnmxsk0DECFiSpKDAl.image?dr=9634&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=hnGsPVsZY6d%2BdaTxJHLZADz24Mk%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=81f88b70&shcp=43f4a2f9&idc=useast5",
        "videoUrl": null,
        "author": {
          "username": "dr.health888",
          "displayName": "Dr.Health888",
          "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.health888",
          "followers": 125,
          "verified": false,
          "profileImage": "https://p16-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-useast5-avt-0068-tx/bfd0795351a86eb5ba4a987fc5bf9970~tplv-tiktokx-cropcenter:720:720.jpeg?dr=9640&refresh_token=e349af76&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=YNekc2ernkPfXsfDETSVQpFw7xQ%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=a5d48078&shcp=81f88b70&idc=useast5"
        },
        "engagement": {
          "views": 116700,
          "likes": 630,
          "comments": 35,
          "shares": 277,
          "saves": 177
        },
        "hashtags": [
          "medicube",
          "collagencream",
          "moisturizer",
          "antiaging",
          "over40"
        ],
        "musicName": "original sound"
      },
      {
        "platform": "tiktok",
        "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@promakeuppro/video/7652684315989462290",
        "id": "7652684315989462290",
        "caption": "The key is the 5% niacinamide concentration. A lot of people think 10% is better — but for Filipino skin, 5% is the sweet spot. It's strong enough to deliver real results, yet gentle enough for long-term use.#Niacinamide #5PercentNiacinamide #DarkSpots #DullSkin #Pores #SkincarePH #TikTokShopPhilippines #GlowUp #BreakoutNoMore#teashell#Philippine#philippinesYXAJH145-CYX",
        "description": "The key is the 5% niacinamide concentration. A lot of people think 10% is better — but for Filipino skin, 5% is the sweet spot. It's strong enough to deliver real results, yet gentle enough for long-term use.#Niacinamide #5PercentNiacinamide #DarkSpots #DullSkin #Pores #SkincarePH #TikTokShopPhilippines #GlowUp #BreakoutNoMore#teashell#Philippine#philippinesYXAJH145-CYX",
        "publishedAt": "2026-06-18T10:43:42.000Z",
        "durationSeconds": 31,
        "thumbnailUrl": "https://p19-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-alisg-p-0037/osA0WBPuIylBYAupFvaaKEstkjz5yiizzQrdG~tplv-tiktokx-origin.image?dr=9636&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=WwFDdZSdB7rDPLoYE%2BbMffjJc8c%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=81f88b70&shcp=43f4a2f9&idc=useast5",
        "videoUrl": null,
        "author": {
          "username": "promakeuppro",
          "displayName": "ProMakeupPro",
          "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@promakeuppro",
          "followers": 84800,
          "verified": false,
          "profileImage": "https://p16-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-alisg-avt-0068/5210f334310430d66bce7a5ff2211c00~tplv-tiktokx-cropcenter:720:720.jpeg?dr=9640&refresh_token=6cc82d38&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=6tI%2FyEJGvDPnsgAqmJ2OAH6KOhs%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=a5d48078&shcp=81f88b70&idc=useast5"
        },
        "engagement": {
          "views": 1000000,
          "likes": 6253,
          "comments": 16,
          "shares": 566,
          "saves": 1160
        },
        "hashtags": [],
        "musicName": "原声 - ProMakeupPro"
      },
      {
        "platform": "tiktok",
        "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@girlyglowuptipsxx/video/7549261162106457366",
        "id": "7549261162106457366",
        "caption": "#usa🇺🇸 #america #losangeles #glowupchallenge #skincareroutine",
        "description": "#usa🇺🇸 #america #losangeles #glowupchallenge #skincareroutine",
        "publishedAt": "2025-09-12T17:48:59.000Z",
        "durationSeconds": null,
        "thumbnailUrl": "https://p19-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-no1a-i-photomode-no/cb3633a258e84ad2acade9394b103a51~tplv-photomode-image.jpeg?dr=9616&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=AruAQi%2BgrB2o0pwOQGvUP7D4QSM%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=81f88b70&shcp=9b759fb9&idc=useast5&ftpl=1",
        "videoUrl": null,
        "author": {
          "username": "girlyglowuptipsxx",
          "displayName": "GirlyGlowUpTipsX",
          "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@girlyglowuptipsxx",
          "followers": 47500,
          "verified": false,
          "profileImage": "https://p19-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-useast2a-avt-0068-euttp/396fe56a025ad93e453561dd24b2053a~tplv-tiktokx-cropcenter:720:720.jpeg?dr=9640&refresh_token=70e9fa3e&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=NCyMtzd7qfJxMaw1RDoO3kfMUEo%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=a5d48078&shcp=81f88b70&idc=useast5"
        },
        "engagement": {
          "views": 1700000,
          "likes": 50200,
          "comments": 364,
          "shares": 2158,
          "saves": 48545
        },
        "hashtags": [
          "usa🇺🇸",
          "america",
          "losangeles",
          "glowupchallenge",
          "skincareroutine"
        ],
        "musicName": "sonido original - 𝕱𝖊𝖗𝖈𝖍𝖎𝖘 𝕸𝖊𝖏í𝖆"
      },
      {
        "platform": "tiktok",
        "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@manelparletrop/video/7656065157168237857",
        "id": "7656065157168237857",
        "caption": "it’s been a whileeee since i did a full face of @SKIN1004 US \nProducts: \nCentella Light Cleansing Oil\nCentella Ampoule Foam\nCentella Quick Calming Pad\nCentella Ampoule\nProbio-Cica Enrich Cream\nProbio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream\nHyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum\n#grwm #SKIN1004 #Centella #Koreanskincare #kbeauty",
        "description": "it’s been a whileeee since i did a full face of @SKIN1004 US \nProducts: \nCentella Light Cleansing Oil\nCentella Ampoule Foam\nCentella Quick Calming Pad\nCentella Ampoule\nProbio-Cica Enrich Cream\nProbio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream\nHyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum\n#grwm #SKIN1004 #Centella #Koreanskincare #kbeauty",
        "publishedAt": "2026-06-27T13:23:03.000Z",
        "durationSeconds": 126,
        "thumbnailUrl": "https://p16-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-useast2a-p-0037-euttp/oc3f0U6EA6R2AQTItCFqAzBDQ6mAADErf8PE3q~tplv-tiktokx-origin.image?dr=9636&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=uFf7zQUPvzDLASvnjd7WTqO4BlI%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=81f88b70&shcp=43f4a2f9&idc=useast5",
        "videoUrl": null,
        "author": {
          "username": "manelparletrop",
          "displayName": "manel",
          "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@manelparletrop",
          "followers": 1400000,
          "verified": false,
          "profileImage": "https://p16-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-maliva-avt-0068/b56edd497a2fa4269f437a5f98cfcea1~tplv-tiktokx-cropcenter:720:720.jpeg?dr=9640&refresh_token=c4de6e8f&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=YdHm5Z9KgiOiTZaN%2B2a%2FRnuZTr0%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=a5d48078&shcp=81f88b70&idc=useast5"
        },
        "engagement": {
          "views": 3000000,
          "likes": 163200,
          "comments": 1368,
          "shares": 6520,
          "saves": 6761
        },
        "hashtags": [
          "",
          "grwm",
          "skin1004",
          "centella",
          "koreanskincare",
          "kbeauty"
        ],
        "musicName": "original sound"
      },
      {
        "platform": "tiktok",
        "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@danicolexx/video/7652799826920508694",
        "id": "7652799826920508694",
        "caption": "Makes my skin like glass 🤭 eat your omega-3 & apply your caviar cream!! Using @DELERE caviar glow serum, cream & wrapping mask - gives me all the skin glow \n\nDELERE's first ever Amazon Prime Sale - up to 45% off!\n\n#glassskin #glowingskin #skincareroutine #delere #delerepartner",
        "description": "Makes my skin like glass 🤭 eat your omega-3 & apply your caviar cream!! Using @DELERE caviar glow serum, cream & wrapping mask - gives me all the skin glow \n\nDELERE's first ever Amazon Prime Sale - up to 45% off!\n\n#glassskin #glowingskin #skincareroutine #delere #delerepartner",
        "publishedAt": "2026-06-18T18:11:56.000Z",
        "durationSeconds": 20,
        "thumbnailUrl": "https://p16-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-no1a-p-0037-no/okAYUbKzzzjzNIPCBzIEa0iEBQ1oXArZicPBn~tplv-tiktokx-origin.image?dr=9636&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=L5QMtAe7DH8EeKnQyCcsyYmKIqU%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=81f88b70&shcp=43f4a2f9&idc=useast5",
        "videoUrl": null,
        "author": {
          "username": "danicolexx",
          "displayName": "Dani",
          "url": "https://www.tiktok.com/@danicolexx",
          "followers": 1700000,
          "verified": false,
          "profileImage": "https://p19-common-sign.tiktokcdn-us.com/tos-maliva-avt-0068/1481ae3d4622a415b70c0c3cbeda2a79~tplv-tiktokx-cropcenter:720:720.jpeg?dr=9640&refresh_token=76ba61ef&x-expires=1783263600&x-signature=lAPvRZtEJtJ4ziK5ugGtuFxN3YU%3D&t=4d5b0474&ps=13740610&shp=a5d48078&shcp=81f88b70&idc=useast5"
        },
        "engagement": {
          "views": 496400,
          "likes": 13500,
          "comments": 109,
          "shares": 726,
          "saves": 2262
        },
        "hashtags": [
          "",
          "glassskin",
          "glowingskin",
          "skincareroutine",
          "delere",
          "delerepartner"
        ],
        "musicName": "original sound"
      }
    ]
  }
}

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:

Result

  • totalNumber of results returned.

Each result

Each item in results contains:

  • titleResult title.
  • urlDirect URL to the content.
  • authorCreator handle.
  • viewsView count where available.

Parameters

NameTypeRequiredDescription
qstringYesSearch query or keywords (min 2 characters).
limitintegerNoMax items to return (default 20, max 200). Billed per result.

Authentication: send your key as Authorization: Bearer capt_live_.... A typical call costs 14 credits — billed per result, so the exact amount scales with how many items you request. Repeat calls for the same request are served from cache for free (metrics refresh within ~1 hour).

Using an AI agent? This endpoint is the MCP tool tiktok_search via @captapi/mcp. Set it up →

How it works

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

Use cases

Trend Discovery

Find trending content by keyword or hashtag.

Content Sourcing

Build feeds and playlists programmatically.

Monitoring

Track topics, brands, and competitors.

Research

Sample large sets of content for analysis.

Frequently asked questions

What does the TikTok Search API do?+

The TikTok Search API lets you search and return matching results from a public TikTok query using one GET request to /v1/tiktok/search. It returns clean JSON — no OAuth or scraping setup required.

How many credits does the TikTok Search API cost?+

Each successful call costs 14 credits. Responses are cached for 24 hours, and cached results cost 0 credits. Failed or empty results are never charged.

Do I need a TikTok 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, and Rumble. We handle proxies, rate limits, retries, and authentication for you.

Is the TikTok Search API suitable for production use?+

Yes. It is a stable REST endpoint with predictable JSON, automatic retries, and a shared 24-hour cache. Use it for RAG pipelines, analytics, monitoring, and content automation.

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TikTok Transcript APITikTok Summarizer APITikTok Video Details APITikTok Comments APITikTok Channel Details APITikTok Profile Region APITikTok Audience Demographics APITikTok Search Suggestions APITikTok Video Download APITikTok Channel Posts APITikTok Comment Replies APITikTok User Followers APITikTok User Followings APITikTok Music Posts APITikTok Hashtag Search APITikTok Top Search APITikTok User Search APITikTok Song Details APITikTok Trending Feed APITikTok Popular Hashtags APITikTok Live APITikTok Live Info APITikTok Popular Creators API

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