How to Call the YouTube Channel Shorts 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/youtube-channel-shorts?channel_id=UCuAXFkgsw1L7xaCfnd5JJOw&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY'TypeScript
const response = await fetch(`https://api.parseium.com/v1/youtube-channel-shorts?channel_id=UCuAXFkgsw1L7xaCfnd5JJOw&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/youtube-channel-shorts?channel_id=UCuAXFkgsw1L7xaCfnd5JJOw&api_key={api_key}'
)
data = response.json()
print(data)Query Parameters
Pass parameters in the URL query string:
channel_id=UCuAXFkgsw1L7xaCfnd5JJOwResponse Schema
The API returns structured JSON data with the following schema:
{
"channel_id": {
"type": "string"
},
"shorts": [
{
"type": {
"type": "string"
},
"id": {
"type": "string"
},
"url": {
"type": "string"
},
"title": {
"type": "string"
},
"thumbnail": {
"type": "string"
},
"view_count_text": {
"type": "string"
},
"view_count_int": {
"type": "number"
}
}
],
"continuation_token": {
"type": "string"
},
"has_more": {
"type": "boolean"
}
}Need more details? Check out our full API documentation for authentication, error handling, rate limits, and advanced options.
Use Cases for YouTube Channel Shorts
See how developers use this API in production applications.
Shorts Catalog
Build comprehensive catalogs of channel Shorts for archival, analysis, or content discovery platforms.
Viral Content Tracking
Monitor Shorts performance metrics to identify viral content and trending patterns.
Creator Analysis
Analyze creator Shorts strategy, posting frequency, and audience engagement patterns.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Every API call to YouTube Channel Shorts costs 1 credit
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$0.33 per 1K requests
- 150,000 credits/month
- 3 Concurrent Requests
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$0.14 per 1K requests
- 700,000 credits/month
- 10 Concurrent Requests
- Priority support
- Advanced features
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$0.10 per 1K requests
- 3M credits/month
- 30 Concurrent Requests
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the YouTube Channel Shorts API.
How do I get a channel ID?
If you only have a channel handle (e.g., @username), use the YouTube Channel API first with the handle to retrieve the channel ID. Then use that ID with this endpoint.
What Shorts data is included?
Each Short includes ID, URL, title, thumbnail, and view counts (both text and numeric format).
How does pagination work?
First request uses only `channel_id`. Response includes `continuation_token` if more Shorts exist. Pass this token in subsequent requests as `continuation` parameter to fetch additional pages.
How is this different from the Videos API?
This endpoint specifically returns only YouTube Shorts (vertical short-form videos), while the Videos API returns all video types. Use this for focused Shorts analysis.
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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