How to Call the TikTok Transcript API
Simple REST API endpoint. Just make a GET request with your API key and get structured data back.
GETCode Examples
cURL
curl -X GET 'https://api.parseium.com/v1/tiktok-transcript?video_id=7686489740602150164&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY'TypeScript
const response = await fetch(`https://api.parseium.com/v1/tiktok-transcript?video_id=7686489740602150164&api_key=${process.env.PARSEIUM_API_KEY}`, {
method: 'GET',
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);Python
import requests
import os
api_key = os.environ['PARSEIUM_API_KEY']
response = requests.get(
f'https://api.parseium.com/v1/tiktok-transcript?video_id=7686489740602150164&api_key={api_key}'
)
data = response.json()
print(data)Query Parameters
Pass parameters in the URL query string:
video_id=7686489740602150164Response Schema
The API returns structured JSON data with the following schema:
{
"videoId": {
"type": "string"
},
"type": {
"type": "string"
},
"url": {
"type": "string"
},
"language": {
"type": "string"
},
"auto_generated": {
"type": "boolean"
},
"transcript": [
{
"text": {
"type": "string"
},
"startMs": {
"type": "string"
},
"endMs": {
"type": "string"
},
"startTimeText": {
"type": "string"
}
}
],
"transcript_only_text": {
"type": "string"
}
}Need more details? Check out our full API documentation for authentication, error handling, rate limits, and advanced options.
Use Cases for TikTok Transcript
See how developers use this API in production applications.
Content Analysis
Analyze the spoken content of captioned TikTok videos without watching every clip.
Search & Indexing
Make captioned videos searchable by indexing their transcript text and timestamps.
Accessibility
Display existing captions alongside video content for readers who prefer text.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Every API call to TikTok Transcript costs 1 credit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the TikTok Transcript API.
How do I specify a TikTok video?
Pass its numeric ID as `video_id`, or pass a TikTok `/video/{id}` link as `url`. The example request uses `video_id`; either parameter works.
Can I choose a language or transcribe any video?
The optional `lang` parameter selects an existing caption track (for example, `de` or `en-US`). By default the API selects the original caption track, or the first available track. It does not generate or translate captions. If the video has no captions, or the requested language is not available, the API returns 404.
What does the response include?
Each transcript segment has text, `startMs` and `endMs` as millisecond strings, and a human-readable `startTimeText`. The response also includes `transcript_only_text`, the selected `language`, and `auto_generated` to indicate whether TikTok generated that caption track.
Can I test the API risk-free?
Yes! When you sign up you get 1,000 free credits — no credit card required. Try the API with real requests before committing.
What if I need help integrating?
We offer documentation, code examples in multiple languages, and email support. Most questions are answered within 24 hours.
How long does integration take?
Minutes. It's a simple REST API — make an HTTP request, get JSON back. No SDKs to install, no complex auth flows.
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