Make and manage flipbooks with your system

Bring all your workflow on a single platform. You can use the Flipsnack API to:

  • create and manage flipbooks in tools you already use
  • automate PDF conversion, manage flipbooks
  • publish them across websites, CRMs, and custom apps
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Search for and display flipbooks wherever you need

Here is an example of how a company can use a custom app that gets flipbooks from Flipsnack in their own system.

Make us part of your system

The API allows publications to become part of your existing platform experience.

Automated PDF conversion

Systems can trigger uploads and publishing without manual steps.

Manage, embed, and measure

Retrieve flipbook embed codes and data to display inside websites or applications.

Publish faster at scale

Developers can update flipbooks, change settings, or remove outdated publications through automated requests.

Enterprise security

Designed for Enterprise integrations with authentication, structured responses, rate limits, and clear error handling.

Download HTML files

Generate downloadable HTML packages when flipbooks need to be distributed offline or in controlled environments.

Real-life examples of API workflows

Manage hundreds of client flipbooks for agencies

- Retrieve flipbooks from a workspace
- Update visibility through API requests
- Remove outdated publications automatically

Track engagement data in analytics dashboards

- API retrieves flipbook statistics
- Data is sent to analytics dashboards
- Teams review reader interaction with publications

Automatically publish catalogs from your PIM

- Product catalog is generated in PIM
- API uploads the PDF
- It gets converted into a digital flipbook
- The app retrieves the embed code and publishes the catalog

Embed real estate brochures in property listings

- Agent uploads a PDF brochure
- API converts it into a digital publication
- The platform retrieves the embed code
- The flipbook appears on the listing page

How to use the API for integrations

Integrating the Flipsnack API follows a simple workflow.

Generate an API key

API keys can be generated from the Flipsnack integrations dashboard. Access is available as part of the Enterprise plan.

Choose the appropriate endpoint

One endpoint handles file uploads, while the other endpoint supports all other API methods.

Send a signed API request

Every request must include the authentication parameters below to verify your identity and specify the action you want to perform.

Parse the JSON response

API responses return structured JSON containing a status code, response code and the data you need. You can then use it in your application or automation.

API actions available

Here are the main capabilities available through the API.

Capability Description Method
Create flipbooks Upload PDF or image files and convert them into flipbooks. collection.create
Update flipbook settings Modify flipbook configuration such as visibility, interface controls, or background settings. collection.update
Retrieve flipbook information Fetch metadata and configuration details for an existing flipbook. collection.getCollection
List flipbooks Retrieve a list of flipbooks belonging to a user or workspace. collection.getList
Retrieve embed codes Get the embed code needed to display a flipbook in a website or application. collection.getEmbed
Access engagement statistics Retrieve analytics data about how readers interact with flipbooks. collection.getStats, user.getStats
Manage flipbook libraries Delete or manage existing flipbooks programmatically. collection.deleteCollection
Generate HTML packages Create downloadable HTML versions for offline or self-hosted distribution. collection.downloadHTML
Manage product data Create, update, or delete products used in automation workflows. products.create, products.update, products.delete

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Requirements and limitations

Flipsnack API access is available on the Enterprise plan.

Category Limit
Rate limit 31 requests per second
Rate limit 60 requests per minute
Upload limit Maximum 1000 uploads per month
File size Maximum 500MB per file
Flipbook length Maximum 1000 pages per flipbook
Accepted format PDF
Accepted format JPG

Domande frequenti

Can we automate bulk uploads?

Yes. Organizations often build automation workflows that upload large batches of PDF documents and convert them into digital flipbooks automatically.

How does embedding work?

The API retrieves an embed code that lets a publication viewer display a flipbook inside websites, portals, or custom apps.

What do we need to access the API?

Access requires an Enterprise plan and an API key generated from the integrations dashboard.

What happens if rate limits are exceeded?

The API returns a status code that shows the rate limit was exceeded, so apps can retry or throttle requests.

Can we generate HTML versions of flipbooks?

Yes. The API can generate downloadable HTML packages that let teams host publications internally or share them offline.