Welcome to Creators API
Build applications that integrate with Amazon's product catalog and help your audience discover products.
What is the Creators API?
The Creators API is a REST-based API that provides programmatic access to Amazon's product catalog data, enabling publishers, influencers, and affiliate partners to create innovative and engaging shopping experiences for their audiences. Applications using the Creators API can deliver relevant product recommendations, integrate rich product content, and provide seamless shopping experiences, helping creators grow their businesses through the Amazon Associates program.
API Operations
| Operation | Description |
|---|---|
| SearchItems | Search for products using keywords, filters, and browse nodes |
| GetItems | Retrieve detailed information for specific products by ASIN or other identifiers |
| GetVariations | Get all variations of a parent product |
| GetBrowseNodes | Fetch category information and browse node hierarchy |
Prerequisites
To use the Creators API, you must:
Be enrolled in the Amazon Associates program for your target marketplace
Have at least 10 qualifying sales within the past 30 days to access the PA API through the Creators API
Register for API access through Associates Central
Generate API credentials
See Register for Creators API for detailed instructions.
Getting Started
Getting Started - Setup instructions and operations overview
Using SDK - SDKs for Node.js, Python, PHP, and Java
Using cURL - Making direct HTTP requests
API Reference - Complete API documentation
Migrating from Product Advertising API?
If you're currently using Product Advertising API 5.0, see the Migration Guide for step-by-step instructions on transitioning to Creators API.
Support
Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Contact Us - Get help from support
License Agreement - Terms and conditions