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How to run a Pinterest search

TL;DR
To run a Pinterest search, sign up for a free Captapi key, then send one GET request to /v1/pinterest/search with your input. You get clean JSON back in seconds for 13 credits per call — no OAuth, scraping or platform SDKs. Search Pinterest programmatically and get structured, ranked results.
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How to run a Pinterest search (step by step)

  1. 1

    Get a free API key

    Create a free Captapi account (100 credits, no card) and generate an API key from the dashboard.

  2. 2

    Call the Pinterest Search API

    Send an authenticated GET request to /v1/pinterest/search with your input. No OAuth, no scraping setup.

  3. 3

    Read the JSON response

    Parse the clean JSON response. Results are cached for 24 hours, so repeat calls are free.

Code example

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

What the response looks like

{
  "success": true,
  "cached": false,
  "creditsUsed": 13,
  "data": {
    "query": "living room decor",
    "totalReturned": 5,
    "results": [
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "422281212828530",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/422281212828530/",
        "title": "a living room filled with lots of furniture next to a wall mounted book shelf and lamp",
        "description": null,
        "destinationUrl": null,
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/51/a2/0e/51a20efe23e50376920012d832a191a2.webp",
        "saves": 493,
        "comments": null,
        "publishedAt": "Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:31:28 +0000",
        "board": {
          "name": "Sala",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/camilarmoutinho/sala/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "camilarmoutinho",
          "displayName": "Camila Moutinho",
          "followers": 7
        }
      },
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "8022105582740391",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/8022105582740391/",
        "title": "a living room with wooden slats and white vases",
        "description": null,
        "destinationUrl": null,
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/f9/55/70/f955705b720e07af776824615f92690e.jpg",
        "saves": 1534,
        "comments": null,
        "publishedAt": "Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:52:45 +0000",
        "board": {
          "name": "Downstairs space",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/nicolelind68/downstairs-space/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "nicolelind68",
          "displayName": "Nicole Lind",
          "followers": 120
        }
      },
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "385198574402777183",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/385198574402777183/",
        "title": "the living room is clean and ready for us to use it's lighting fixtures",
        "description": "Discover modern home decor, elegant interiors, cozy living spaces, organization tips, and decorating inspiration for every room in your home.",
        "destinationUrl": null,
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/b3/0e/5c/b30e5cb8fb5203e1c89ebe1e7b4793e7.png",
        "saves": 10,
        "comments": null,
        "publishedAt": "Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:58:41 +0000",
        "board": {
          "name": "Home",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/rmiu/home/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "rmiu",
          "displayName": "Roxana Miu",
          "followers": 71
        }
      },
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "844493676270632",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/844493676270632/",
        "title": "Modern Living Room Decor Ideas to Transform Your Home",
        "description": "Transform your living room with modern décor ideas that blend style, comfort, and trending Amazon must-have items. Explore chic furniture, warm lighting, and smart accessories to create a cozy and stylish space. Perfect inspiration for home décor lovers!",
        "destinationUrl": null,
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/1f/6f/8f/1f6f8f98e43574874e6e23c2caef6de7.jpg",
        "saves": 465,
        "comments": null,
        "publishedAt": "Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:36:14 +0000",
        "board": {
          "name": "Living",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/monylosol/living/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "monylosol",
          "displayName": "MoniLoveSol",
          "followers": 6654
        }
      },
      {
        "platform": "pinterest",
        "id": "492649955089158",
        "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/pin/492649955089158/",
        "title": "Iron shelves, wooden coffee table and wicker chandeliers",
        "description": "Essential elements of a cozy and vintage home feel...☀️ Do not forget to check my profile for links to other products.🙏 #ad #commissionsearned",
        "destinationUrl": "https://www.amazon.com/HealSmart-Moving-Easily-Organizer-Shelves/dp/B09CCM1FT6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3KIFIQ1RAI2TJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.jawCDFWaKabvRYL8hQ17JyMWsHrpR5gcMlcJvD5C7WLiTki7p9uHbXL0VvAFV544K7LcPO6cQaQkGh43pC7EyeHsteRiZCflUHoK3MzZrdWRWgPTgxC5IV_X5EwMlLZW2jqGCS2GQXS5KLoKLZekke7f9lOYHO6b_-zYw4MGPHqZ1wIFgiJok9QxORQ06q5CgaV-Ancll4NbTEQpsPZWsHnMxNXx4ed77NEvJpBJoLiKAuByIqpe40jL3_PeJ1SIFbAneoHFENSrEqaqpFr8jmjdGB91eFPwY15SM5TVwuo.uhqFv0baMs51bBZCCpMoghN95wpq1qpSGzVMhyHQJZA&dib_tag=se&keywords=iron%2Bshelf&qid=1777054851&sprefix=iron%2Bshelf,aps,285&sr=8-3&th=1",
        "image": "https://i.pinimg.com/originals/06/99/72/0699729b104e252466df7f25df397f19.jpg",
        "saves": 801,
        "comments": null,
        "publishedAt": "Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:58:12 +0000",
        "board": {
          "name": "My Dream Home",
          "url": "https://www.pinterest.com/morganrianna/my-dream-home/"
        },
        "author": {
          "username": "morganrianna",
          "displayName": "Morgan Rianna",
          "followers": 155
        }
      }
    ]
  }
}

Request parameters

NameTypeRequiredDescription
qstring YesKeywords or search query (min 2 characters).
limitintegerNoMax items to return (default 25, max 200). Billed per result.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Pinterest Search API do?

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

How many credits does the Pinterest Search API cost?

Each successful call costs 13 credits. Responses are cached for 24 hours, and cached results cost 0 credits. 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, and Rumble. We handle proxies, rate limits, retries, and authentication for you.

Is the Pinterest 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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