TikTok
APIOfficial API for TikTok user info and video post retrieval
Overview
The TikTok API (via Login Kit) provides RESTful endpoints to fetch authenticated user details (username, avatar, follower count) and their public video posts. Key endpoints include user info retrieval and video list access. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include integrating TikTok content into third-party apps, building social analytics tools, enabling TikTok login for authentication, or curating user-generated videos for marketing platforms. It requires OAuth 2.0 for secure data access.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://developers.tiktok.com/doc/login-kit-web')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful API
- JSON Responses
- OAuth 2.0 Authentication
- User Info Retrieval
- Video Post Access
- Web Integration Support
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the TikTok API free to use?
The TikTok API offers free tiers for basic access, with premium plans available for higher rate limits and advanced features.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes—you need to register an app on the TikTok Developer Portal to get API credentials, and OAuth 2.0 authentication is mandatory for accessing user-specific data.
? What is the response format?
All responses from the TikTok API are in JSON format, including user profile details and video post metadata.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Official TikTok Integration
- ⊕ Reliable Data Source
- ⊕ Supports User Authentication
- ⊕ Access to Public Video Content
Cons
- ⊖ Requires OAuth 2.0 Setup
- ⊖ Rate Limits Apply
- ⊖ Limited to Authenticated User Data
- ⊖ App Review Needed for Some Endpoints