How to Call the YouTube Channel Videos 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-videos?channel_id=UCuAXFkgsw1L7xaCfnd5JJOw&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY'TypeScript
const response = await fetch(`https://api.parseium.com/v1/youtube-channel-videos?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-videos?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"
},
"videos": [
{
"type": {
"type": "string"
},
"id": {
"type": "string"
},
"url": {
"type": "string"
},
"title": {
"type": "string"
},
"description": {
"type": "string"
},
"thumbnail": {
"type": "string"
},
"view_count_text": {
"type": "string"
},
"view_count_int": {
"type": "number"
},
"published_time_text": {
"type": "string"
},
"published_time": {
"type": "string"
},
"length_text": {
"type": "string"
},
"length_seconds": {
"type": "number"
},
"badges": [
{
"type": "string"
}
]
}
],
"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 Videos
See how developers use this API in production applications.
Content Catalog
Build comprehensive catalogs of channel content for archival, analysis, or content discovery platforms.
Performance Tracking
Monitor video performance metrics across an entire channel to identify trends and top-performing content.
Competitive Analysis
Analyze competitor channels to understand their content strategy, posting frequency, and audience engagement.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Every API call to YouTube Channel Videos costs 1 credit
Choose a plan based on your monthly usage. All plans include access to all APIs.
150,000 API calls/mo
$0.33 per 1K requests
- 150,000 credits/month
- 3 Concurrent Requests
- Email support
- Priority processing
700,000 API calls/mo
$0.14 per 1K requests
- 700,000 credits/month
- 10 Concurrent Requests
- Priority support
- Advanced features
3,000,000 API calls/mo
$0.10 per 1K requests
- 3M credits/month
- 30 Concurrent Requests
- Dedicated support
- Custom integrations
Need more? Check out our for enterprise options and custom plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the YouTube Channel Videos 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 video data is included?
Each video includes ID, URL, title, description, thumbnail, view counts (text and numeric), publish dates (relative and ISO 8601), duration (text and seconds), and badges (e.g., "LIVE", "PREMIERE").
How does pagination work?
First request uses only `channel_id`. Response includes `continuation_token` if more videos exist. Pass this token in subsequent requests as `continuation` parameter to fetch additional pages.
What video types are included?
The API returns all public videos from the channel including regular videos, Shorts, live streams, and premieres. The `type` and `badges` fields help distinguish between different video types.
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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