Social Media Posting API for Developers

Zernio's social media posting API lets you publish, schedule, and manage content across 15 platforms. Replace months of integration work with a single endpoint.

Key Features

Unified Multi-Platform API

One JSON payload for all platforms. We normalize media formats, character limits, and content types.

Post Scheduling & Queues

Schedule with timezone support. Set up recurring queues or bulk-upload via CSV.

Images, Videos & Carousels

Upload images, videos, carousels, Stories, and Reels. Auto-validation and resizing included.

Cross-Platform Analytics

Unified engagement metrics across all platforms via a single endpoint.

Simple API Key Auth

Bearer token auth. No OAuth complexity. Connect accounts once, reference by ID.

Webhooks & Events

Real-time notifications for post status changes and new analytics data.

Unlimited Social Accounts

Connect multiple accounts per platform. Each gets a unique ID for granular control.

n8n, Make & Zapier Ready

Official n8n node plus webhook support for Make and Zapier workflows.

First Comment Support

Auto-add first comments on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

How It Works

  1. 1.
    Get Your API Key
    Sign up free, generate a key from the dashboard. 20 posts/month included.
  2. 2.
    Connect Social Accounts
    Link accounts via OAuth. Each gets a unique ID for API calls.
  3. 3.
    Start Posting
    One API call to publish across all platforms. Ship your first post in under 15 minutes.

Why Developers Choose Zernio

Skip Months of Integration Work

One API replaces Instagram Graph, TikTok Content Posting, X v2, LinkedIn Marketing, and more.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

99.7% uptime SLA. Automatic retries, rate-limit management, and graceful error handling.

Scales with You

20 free posts/month to unlimited. No code changes needed as you grow.

Great Developer Experience

Code examples in Python, Node.js, cURL. Detailed error messages. 15-minute setup.

Transparent Pricing

Free tier with real API access. Paid plans from $19/mo (vs $60+ for alternatives).

Always Up-to-Date

We monitor all platform APIs and update integrations automatically. Your code never breaks.

How Much Does a Social Media Posting API Cost?

Building and maintaining 15 platform integrations in-house takes 6+ months of engineering time. Using a native platform API means managing separate auth, rate limits, and media specs for each one. Here’s how Zernio compares.

ApproachMonthly costWhat you get
Build in-house (14 APIs)$10,000–$30,000+ in eng timeFull control, full maintenance burden
X API (Basic tier)$100/moX/Twitter only, 3,000 tweets/mo
Meta Graph APIFree (approval required)Instagram + Facebook only
Zernio (Build)$19/mo15 platforms, 120 posts, API key auth
Zernio (Accelerate)$49/mo15 platforms, unlimited posts

* Zernio Free tier: 20 posts/month with full API access. No credit card required.

Code Examples

Schedule a Post (cURL)
cURL
curl -X POST https://zernio.com/api/v1/posts \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "content": "Hello from Zernio API!",
    "scheduledFor": "2026-03-15T10:00:00Z",
    "timezone": "America/New_York",
    "platforms": [
      {"platform": "twitter", "accountId": "acc_123"},
      {"platform": "linkedin", "accountId": "acc_456"},
      {"platform": "instagram", "accountId": "acc_789"}
    ]
  }'
Schedule a Post (Python)
Python
import requests

response = requests.post(
    "https://zernio.com/api/v1/posts",
    headers={"Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"},
    json={
        "content": "Automated post from Python",
        "scheduledFor": "2026-03-15T10:00:00Z",
        "platforms": [
            {"platform": "twitter", "accountId": "acc_123"},
            {"platform": "linkedin", "accountId": "acc_456"}
        ]
    }
)
print(response.json())
Schedule a Post (Node.js)
JavaScript
const response = await fetch("https://zernio.com/api/v1/posts", {
  method: "POST",
  headers: {
    "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY",
    "Content-Type": "application/json"
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    content: "Posted from Node.js!",
    scheduledFor: "2026-03-15T10:00:00Z",
    platforms: [
      { platform: "twitter", accountId: "acc_123" },
      { platform: "instagram", accountId: "acc_789" }
    ]
  })
});
console.log(await response.json());
Get Post Analytics
cURL
curl -X GET https://zernio.com/api/v1/analytics/post_abc \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

# Response:
# {
#   "postId": "post_abc",
#   "platforms": {
#     "twitter": { "likes": 42, "retweets": 12, "impressions": 1580 },
#     "linkedin": { "likes": 67, "comments": 8, "impressions": 3200 }
#   }
# }

Supported Platforms

Post to all 15 major platforms from one API.

See it in action

Posts dashboard

Create, schedule, and publish posts with a single API call.

API keys management

Generate API keys and start building in minutes.

Platform connections

One integration replaces dozens of platform-specific SDKs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a social media posting API?
A social media posting API is a REST interface that lets developers publish content to social platforms programmatically. Instead of building separate integrations, a unified posting API like Zernio handles auth, media formatting, and rate limits across 15 platforms with one endpoint.
How many platforms does Zernio's posting API support?
15 platforms: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, WhatsApp, Threads, Pinterest, Reddit, Bluesky, Telegram, Google Business, Snapchat, and Discord.
Is there a free tier for the social media posting API?
Yes. Zernio's free plan includes 20 posts/month with full API access, and 2 social sets. Paid plans start at $19/month.
How long does it take to integrate?
Most developers ship their first post in under 5 minutes. Sign up, generate an API key, and make a single POST request. No platform developer apps or OAuth setup required on your end.
What media types are supported?
Images (JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP), videos (MP4, MOV), carousels, Stories, and Reels. Upload directly or provide a public URL.
Can I use Zernio with n8n or Make?
Yes. Official n8n community node with pre-built actions. For Make and Zapier, use webhook endpoints to trigger workflows.
Can AI agents use Zernio to post on social media?
Yes. Zernio ships an MCP server with 280+ tools that works with Claude Desktop, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible client. Your agent can post, schedule, and manage content via natural language.

Related Features

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