It’s been over a month since my previous update, and I have some intriguing developments to report. In my last discussion, I examined the topic of profitability on RapidAPI, which sparked significant interest among users. Shortly after my thoughts were shared, a client approached me to develop an API tailored for collecting data from Instagram. They were a frequent user of RapidAPI and sought specific features such as unique proxy rotation and exponential backoff, alongside the integration of their personal accounts. I successfully built these functionalities and began contemplating the idea of listing this API service on RapidAPI to explore the potential for profit. I have now implemented the required methods and launched the service on the platform. Although I remain uncertain about its profitability, I have been eager to test my theory over the past month. Currently, I’m still maintaining the API for my client, but I’m open to supporting anyone else who may want to use it.
It’s great to hear about your progress! I suggest focusing on marketing your API to the right audience to enhance its visibility on RapidAPI. Engaging with communities related to your API’s functionality can help attract users. Additionally, offering a limited free tier could encourage initial trials, leading to paid conversions. Keep gathering feedback from users to refine your API, which might help boost its appeal and profitability. Continuously monitor any emerging trends around Instagram data that might create new opportunities for you.