Description
Programmatic access to Kontainer
The Kontainer API makes it possible for your applications to read, create, update, and delete files and data in Kontainer without manual steps. You can integrate Kontainer into your existing workflows and automate tasks such as uploads, metadata synchronization, and product data management.
The API is based on modern standards such as REST and JSON:API, which ensures compatibility with a wide range of systems.
Benefits
Why API integration adds value
✔ Automate repetitive tasks like upload, metadata updates, and synchronization
✔ Real-time data exchange between systems
✔ Reduce manual errors and double work
✔ Centralized file and data management in Kontainer
✔ Scalable and flexible for organizations of all sizes
✔ Possibility to build custom integration modules
Features
Key features of the Kontainer API
✔ RESTful interface with full CRUD support (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
✔ Authentication via OAuth and API tokens
✔ JSON:API formatting for structured data exchange
✔ Rate limits for stability (e.g., 500 requests per minute)
✔ File and metadata handling with CDN URL links for assets
✔ “Includes” to fetch related resources and minimize API calls
✔ Filtering and search with parameters for advanced queries
Why?
Streamlined workflows and seamless integrations
With API integration, Kontainer becomes the hub of your digital ecosystem. Systems such as CMS, PIM, ERP, and webshops can communicate directly with Kontainer, ensuring that files, metadata, and assets are always synchronized and up to date.
This reduces outdated content and removes the need for manual updates.
Use Cases
How organizations use API integration
- A webshop pulls product images and metadata from Kontainer in real time
- A PIM system pushes product data and related assets into Kontainer automatically
- A marketing platform retrieves images and files from Kontainer for campaigns
- A CMS integrates with Kontainer to automatically display updated media assets
- ERP and CRM systems synchronize documents and files through the API
Support
Links and Support
Contact Kontainer’s customer service to learn more about the API-integration.
We are happy to help with setup, training, and best practices.
Please write us at support@kontainer.com
You can read more about API or just browse our Helpdesk here.
FAQ
What is the Kontainer API integration?
It’s a software-to-software interface that allows your systems to communicate directly with Kontainer, automating processes and exchanging data.
Which authentication methods are used?
The API uses OAuth, and you must provide a valid API token in the Authorization header for each request.
What can be managed with the API?
Files, metadata, relations, search, filtering, and integration with modern systems via REST and JSON:API.
Are there any limitations?
Yes – there is a rate limit (typically 500 requests per minute). If exceeded, the API will return a 429 “Too Many Requests” error.
Is it secure?
Yes – all communication happens over secure HTTPS connections, and access is controlled via OAuth and tokens.