How to Call the YouTube Comments 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-comments?video_id=dQw4w9WgXcQ&api_key=YOUR_API_KEY'TypeScript
const response = await fetch(`https://api.parseium.com/v1/youtube-comments?video_id=dQw4w9WgXcQ&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-comments?video_id=dQw4w9WgXcQ&api_key={api_key}'
)
data = response.json()
print(data)Query Parameters
Pass parameters in the URL query string:
video_id=dQw4w9WgXcQResponse Schema
The API returns structured JSON data with the following schema:
{
"video_id": {
"type": "string"
},
"comments": [
{
"id": {
"type": "string"
},
"content": {
"type": "string"
},
"published_time_text": {
"type": "string"
},
"published_time": {
"type": "string"
},
"reply_level": {
"type": "number"
},
"author": {
"name": {
"type": "string"
},
"channel_id": {
"type": "string"
},
"is_verified": {
"type": "boolean"
},
"is_creator": {
"type": "boolean"
},
"avatar_url": {
"type": "string"
},
"channel_url": {
"type": "string"
}
},
"engagement": {
"likes": {
"type": "number"
},
"replies": {
"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 Comments
See how developers use this API in production applications.
Sentiment Analysis
Analyze audience sentiment by extracting and processing comments to understand viewer reactions and feedback.
Engagement Tracking
Monitor comment engagement metrics, identify top contributors, and track discussion trends over time.
Content Research
Extract viewer questions and feedback to inform future content creation and audience interests.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Every API call to YouTube Comments 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 Comments API.
What comment data is included?
Each comment includes full text content, timestamps (relative and ISO 8601), author details (name, channel ID, verification status, creator badge), engagement metrics (likes, reply counts), and reply level for nested comments.
How does pagination work?
First request uses only `video_id`. Response includes `continuation_token` if more comments exist. Pass this token in subsequent requests as `continuation` parameter to fetch additional pages.
How are replies handled?
The `reply_level` field indicates comment depth: 0 for top-level comments, 1+ for nested replies. All comments are returned in a flat array for easy processing.
Does this work for YouTube Shorts?
Yes, the API works for both regular YouTube videos and Shorts. Simply use the video ID from any Short URL (e.g., youtube.com/shorts/VIDEO_ID) as the `video_id` parameter.
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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