TikTok Shop Search API
Search TikTok Shop programmatically and get structured, ranked results.
GET request to /v1/tiktok-shop/shop-search that responds with clean JSON, costs 56 credits, and is cached for 24 hours (repeat calls are free). Start with 100 free credits — no credit card.What is the TikTok Shop Search API?
The TikTok Shop Search API lets you search and return matching results from TikTok Shop 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-shop/shop-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,
"data": {
"query": "phone case",
"region": "US",
"totalReturned": 5,
"products": [
{
"platform": "tiktok_shop",
"id": "1732453741759992293",
"url": "https://www.tiktok.com/shop/pdp/1732453741759992293",
"title": "Pusheen The Cat Phone Case, Polka Dot Shockproof Case Cover Compatible With iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 11 Pro Max Galaxy S25 S24 S23 S22 Ultra, Gift For Christmas, Accessories, Smartphone, Shell, Cellphone",
"description": null,
"price": 1.66,
"originalPrice": 3.68,
"currency": "USD",
"discount": "55%",
"rating": null,
"reviews": null,
"sold": 5,
"stock": null,
"image": "https://p16-oec-general.ttcdn-us.com/tos-maliva-i-o3syd03w52-us/2be2886a7b9148a186a05c1f375f9245~tplv-fhlh96nyum-crop-webp:400:400.webp?dr=12190&t=555f072d&ps=933b5bde&shp=678cc231&shcp=678cc231&idc=useast5&from=1737278001",
"seller": {
"id": "7494618623210587621",
"name": "Ling case2026",
"url": null,
"rating": null
}
},
{
"platform": "tiktok_shop",
"id": "1732466331107300184",
"url": "https://www.tiktok.com/shop/pdp/1732466331107300184",
"title": "Stylish Dark Spider Web TPU Black Back Smartphone Case, Soft Full Coverage Anti-Drop Protection Casing for iPhone 11-17 Pro Max Air & Samsung S21-S26 Ultra Plus FE Handheld Devices, Creative Gift Accessory,Spooky,Late,,high-definition,transparent,material",
"description": null,
"price": 4.4,
"originalPrice": null,
"currency": "USD",
"discount": null,
"rating": null,
"reviews": null,
"sold": 8,
"stock": null,
"image": "https://p16-oec-general-useast5.ttcdn-us.com/tos-useast5-i-omjb5zjo8w-tx/a94e84592b944e55b86e610c5601cfc6~tplv-fhlh96nyum-crop-webp:400:400.webp?dr=12190&t=555f072d&ps=933b5bde&shp=678cc231&shcp=678cc231&idc=useast5&from=1737278001",
"seller": {
"id": "7494646987796612952",
"name": "StoryWrap Case",
"url": null,
"rating": null
}
},
{
"platform": "tiktok_shop",
"id": "1732422891600056560",
"url": "https://www.tiktok.com/shop/pdp/1732422891600056560",
"title": "Waterproof Sporty Cellphone Pouch Protector - Universal Casing for Most Smartphones, Touch-Sensitive Screen Dry Bag, Lanyard-Included Water Sports Accessory for Beach, Cruise",
"description": null,
"price": 4.8,
"originalPrice": null,
"currency": "USD",
"discount": null,
"rating": null,
"reviews": null,
"sold": 31,
"stock": null,
"image": "https://p16-oec-general-useast5.ttcdn-us.com/tos-useast5-i-omjb5zjo8w-tx/38acba4ea0a54352aaa14b0d0fe6078d~tplv-fhlh96nyum-crop-webp:400:400.webp?dr=12190&t=555f072d&ps=933b5bde&shp=678cc231&shcp=678cc231&idc=useast5&from=1737278001",
"seller": {
"id": "7494247082894198000",
"name": "SKY-TECHNOLOGY",
"url": null,
"rating": null
}
},
{
"platform": "tiktok_shop",
"id": "1732409665671631013",
"url": "https://www.tiktok.com/shop/pdp/1732409665671631013",
"title": "PuyaTeya MagSafe Magnetic Casing for iPhone 16/15 Series - Lavender Purple Matte Translucent Slim Cellphone Accessories with N52 Strong Magnet, 12FT Drop Protection, Shockproof Handheld Button Guard, Comfortable Grip, Wireless Charging Compatibility",
"description": null,
"price": 2.99,
"originalPrice": null,
"currency": "USD",
"discount": null,
"rating": null,
"reviews": null,
"sold": 3,
"stock": null,
"image": "https://p16-oec-general-useast5.ttcdn-us.com/tos-useast5-i-omjb5zjo8w-tx/fe5557208b33420e9f512dc13aebcc15~tplv-fhlh96nyum-crop-webp:400:400.webp?dr=12190&t=555f072d&ps=933b5bde&shp=678cc231&shcp=678cc231&idc=useast5&from=1737278001",
"seller": {
"id": "7494216808710440101",
"name": "Puyateya shop",
"url": null,
"rating": null
}
},
{
"platform": "tiktok_shop",
"id": "1732457076558762469",
"url": "https://www.tiktok.com/shop/pdp/1732457076558762469",
"title": "[Magnetic Design]Y2K Galaxy Star Phone Case Mystic Purple Moon & Swirl Art Protective Cover for iPhone 17/16/15/14/13/12/11 ProMax Plus Slim Lexan Polycarbonate TPU Tough Design Gift for Men Girls",
"description": null,
"price": 3.3,
"originalPrice": null,
"currency": "USD",
"discount": null,
"rating": null,
"reviews": null,
"sold": null,
"stock": null,
"image": "https://p16-oec-general.ttcdn-us.com/tos-maliva-i-o3syd03w52-us/520c8febd7d74719bf4b52c311f9adc0~tplv-fhlh96nyum-crop-webp:400:400.webp?dr=12190&t=555f072d&ps=933b5bde&shp=678cc231&shcp=678cc231&idc=useast5&from=1737278001",
"seller": {
"id": "7494618623210587621",
"name": "Ling case2026",
"url": null,
"rating": null
}
}
]
}
}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:
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
| Name | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| q | string | Yes | Product search query (min 2 characters). |
| region | string | No | Two-letter ISO region code. Default US. |
| limit | integer | No | Max items to return (default 20, max 200). Billed per result. |
Authentication: send your key as Authorization: Bearer capt_live_.... A typical call costs 56 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).
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/tiktok-shop/shop-searchand 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 Shop Search API do?+
The TikTok Shop Search API lets you search and return matching results from a public TikTok Shop query using one GET request to /v1/tiktok-shop/shop-search. It returns clean JSON — no OAuth or scraping setup required.
How many credits does the TikTok Shop Search API cost?+
Each successful call costs 56 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 Shop 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 Shop 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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