Use the WayinVideo API when you want to process videos programmatically instead of working one project at a time in the web app.
The API is useful for developers, automation teams, agencies, internal tools, and AI agent workflows that need to submit videos, create clips, generate transcripts or summaries, find moments, export results, or connect WayinVideo into a larger system.
What the API can help with
WayinVideo API can support workflows such as:
Creating short clips from long videos
Finding specific moments in a video
Generating video summaries and transcripts
Uploading local media for API processing
Exporting selected clips
Connecting video processing into an internal product, script, or automation
For the complete list of APIs and current technical details, see the WayinVideo API Docs.
Before you start
You usually need:
A WayinVideo account
API Units for API usage
An API key created in the API Dashboard
A supported video source or eligible upload method
A server-side environment where the API key can be stored safely
API Units and regular website Credits are separate. API calls use API Units, while actions inside the WayinVideo web app may use website Credits.
Where to set things up
Open My Workspace > API in WayinVideo.
From the API area, you can:
Create and manage API keys
Purchase API Units
Review API usage
Review payment history and invoices
Open the API documentation
Where to find implementation details
Use the official API Docs as the source of truth for:
Base URL and required headers
Endpoint paths
Request and response examples
Supported parameters
Rate limits and status codes
Upload requirements
Task status and result handling
Start with the API Quickstart if you are building your first integration.