Threads API

Build on Threads with a Simple API

Publish text posts, images, and videos to Threads. The newest Meta platform, accessible through one clean API.

Threads account must be linked to an Instagram Business/Creator account

publish.js
javascript
const response = await fetch('https://schedulala.com/api/v1/posts', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer sk_live_...',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
  },  
  body: JSON.stringify({
    content: 'Hello from the API!',
    platforms: [{
      platform: 'threads',
      accountId: 'acc_th_789'
    }]
  })
});

Supported Content Types

Everything Threads supports, available through one API.

๐Ÿ“Text Posts๐Ÿ“ทPhotos๐ŸŽฅVideos๐ŸŽ Carousels

Threads API vs Schedulala

Skip months of integration work. We handle the hard parts.

Direct Threads API

  • Threads API is brand new with limited documentation
  • Requires separate Meta app review process
  • Container-based publishing (similar to Instagram)
  • Rate limits are strict: 250 posts per 24 hours
  • API is still evolving with breaking changes

With Schedulala

  • We stay up-to-date with Threads API changes
  • Same simple POST endpoint as all other platforms
  • Container creation and polling handled automatically
  • No separate Meta app review for your application
  • Consistent error handling across API versions

Threads Media Limits

Quick reference for Threads's content specifications.

๐Ÿ“Caption / Text
500 characters
๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธMax Image Size
8 MB
๐ŸŽฅMax Video Size
100 MB
โฑ๏ธVideo Duration
5 minutes
๐ŸŽ Carousel Items
20 slides
๐Ÿ“ทImage Formats
JPEG, PNG
๐ŸŽฌVideo Formats
MP4, MOV
๐Ÿ“Aspect Ratio
Any (recommended 1:1 or 4:5)

Threads Integration in 3 Steps

From zero to publishing in minutes, not months.

1๐Ÿ”—

Connect

Your users connect their account through our hosted OAuth flow. We handle tokens, refresh, and permissions.

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Build

Send a POST request with your content and target platform. Our SDK and REST API make integration simple.

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We Handle Publishing

We queue, validate, upload media, and publish to the platform. You get a webhook when it's live.

Threads-Specific Features

Built for the unique requirements of Threads.

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Early Mover Advantage

Build Threads integrations before the platform matures. Get your app ready for Threads' growing user base.

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Thread Chains

Create multi-post thread chains programmatically. Tell stories that span multiple connected posts.

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Cross-Post Ready

Publish to Threads alongside Instagram and other platforms in a single API call.

Threads API FAQ

Common questions about the Threads integration.

The Threads API is officially launched but still evolving. Schedulala abstracts away version changes so your integration stays stable even when Meta updates the API.

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