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How to get an AI summary of a Facebook video

TL;DR
To get an AI summary of a Facebook video, sign up for a free Captapi key, then send one GET request to /v1/facebook/summarize with your input. You get clean JSON back in seconds for 4 credits per call — no OAuth, scraping or platform SDKs. Turn any Facebook video into an AI summary with key points, topics, and sentiment.

How to get an AI summary of a Facebook video (step by step)

  1. 1

    Get a free API key

    Create a free Captapi account (100 credits, no card) and generate an API key from the dashboard.

  2. 2

    Call the Facebook Summarizer API

    Send an authenticated GET request to /v1/facebook/summarize with your input. No OAuth, no scraping setup.

  3. 3

    Read the JSON response

    Parse the clean JSON response. Pass cache=true for a free 24h cache hit; default is always fresh.

Code example

curl "https://api.captapi.com/v1/facebook/summarize?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNASA%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0TBwRTPkxfaLhYBjfsK1xApVksSVHddNrpqUqcqNsKxVvKjqT6dAG8HnxWGA3odp5l" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer capt_live_..."
# or: -H "x-api-key: capt_live_..."

What the response looks like

{
  "success": true,
  "data": {
    "platform": "facebook",
    "url": "https://www.facebook.com/NASA/posts/pfbid0TBwRTPkxfaLhYBjfsK1xApVksSVHddNrpqUqcqNsKxVvKjqT6dAG8HnxWGA3odp5l",
    "summary": "The video discusses the concept of a galaxy cluster, which consists of multiple galaxies grouped together. Specifically, it focuses on a galaxy cluster made up of two sub-clusters of similar mass that are currently interacting and separating in a complex manner. This dynamic relationship is significant for scientific study, as it provides insights into the behavior of galaxies in close proximity to one another. Eventually, these sub-clusters are expected to merge, further contributing to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.\n\nAdditionally, the video highlights the phenomenon of gravitational lensing, where the concentrated mass of the cluster bends light due to its gravitational pull. This effect allows astronomers to observe distant and faint background galaxies and stars that would otherwise be invisible, enhancing our ability to study the universe and its structures. The interplay of these two sub-clusters not only illustrates the chaotic nature of cosmic interactions but also serves as a valuable tool for astronomical research.",
    "keyPoints": [
      "A galaxy cluster consists of multiple galaxies grouped together.",
      "The featured cluster contains two sub-clusters of similar mass interacting and separating.",
      "The relationship between the sub-clusters is complex but crucial for scientific study.",
      "Gravitational lensing occurs due to the cluster's mass, bending and focusing light.",
      "This lensing effect allows the observation of faint background galaxies and stars.",
      "The merging of the sub-clusters will provide further insights into galaxy evolution."
    ],
    "topics": [
      "galaxy cluster",
      "gravitational lensing",
      "cosmic interactions",
      "astronomy",
      "galaxy formation",
      "space science"
    ],
    "sentiment": "neutral"
  }
}

Billing metadata (credits charged, cache hit/miss) is returned in the X-Captapi-Credits and X-Captapi-Cache response headers.

Request parameters

NameTypeRequiredDescription
urlstring YesPublic Facebook video or post URL. The URL platform must match this endpoint's platform. Do not pass cross-platform URLs, e.g. YouTube to TikTok, Instagram to Facebook, LinkedIn to X/Twitter, or Pinterest to Rumble.
cachebooleanNoSet true to serve from the 24h response cache. Default false — always fetch fresh data.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Facebook Summarizer API do?

The Facebook Summarizer API lets you generate an AI summary with key points and topics from a public Facebook video using one GET request to /v1/facebook/summarize. It returns clean JSON — no OAuth or infrastructure setup required.

How many credits does the Facebook Summarizer API cost?

Each successful call costs 4 credits. Pass cache=true to serve from the 24h shared cache (0 credits on hit); default is always fresh. Failed or empty results are never charged.

Do I need a Facebook API key or OAuth?

No. A single Captapi key works across every platform Captapi supports — YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Reddit, Threads, Bluesky, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Rumble, Spotify, Kwai, and more. We handle proxies, rate limits, retries, and authentication for you.

Which AI model powers the summaries?

Summaries are generated with GPT-4o-mini for a strong balance of quality, speed, and cost, built on top of the transcript.

Is the Facebook Summarizer API suitable for production use?

Yes. It is a stable REST endpoint with predictable JSON and automatic retries. Pass cache=true to serve from the 24h shared cache (0 credits on hit); default is always fresh. Use it for analytics, monitoring, and content automation.

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