--- title: Pexels by Maxmel Tech slug: pexels-5c4l1t description: How to integrate Pexels with Make.com image: https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-icons/PREVIEW_pexels-community.png docTags: createdAt: 2025-11-07T10:34:37.606Z --- | :inlineImage[]{src="https://make-cxp-documentation.ams3.digitaloceanspaces.com/apps-center-icons/pexels-community.png" alt caption size="50" width="512" height="512"}

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Integrating it with Make.com enables users to automate sourcing, organizing, and distributing visual content for creative, marketing, or content management workflows. | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :::hint{type="warning"} This is AI-generated content based on official Pexels documentation. The content may still contain errors—please verify important information. If you have questions, contact [Pexels](https://help.pexels.com/hc/en-us/requests/new) directly. ::: # How to get support on Pexels Pexels is a community-developed application and is subjected to the developer's terms and conditions, which may include applicable fees. Make does not maintain or support this integration. For assistance, please https\://f.make.com/r/reachout?app\_name=Pexels\&app\_slug=pexels-community\&app\_unique\_id=pexels-5c4l1t. # Requirements To use the Pexels app in Make, you must have an active account and an API Key, [create your account on Pexels.](https://www.pexels.com) # App installation :::hint{type="info"} To install this app, you need Admin, Owner, or App Developer permissions. [Learn more about organization roles.](docId:-FOYcASPYP9uYKGm7LQPB) ::: ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Go to the [Make integration page](https://www.make.com/en/integrations/pexels-community/). ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Click the **Install** button. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem **Follow** the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. ::: :::: # Connect Pexels and Make To get started, you must first create a connection between Pexels and Make, allowing the two services to communicate. You can connect using the following method: API Key. ## API Key Instructions You need to obtain your API Key from your Pexels account. ::::WorkflowBlock :::WorkflowBlockItem Login to your Pexels account. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Navigate to the API section in your account settings. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Request access to the Pexels API if you have not already done so. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Once your request is approved, locate your API Key in the API section. ::: :::: :::hint{type="info"} Some community developers require an additional specific **API Key**. Retrieve the required **API key **from the community developer's dashboard, generally found under **Settings/API. **For more info, please https\://f.make.com/r/reachout?app\_name=Pexels\&app\_slug=pexels-community\&app\_unique\_id=pexels-5c4l1t. ::: ## Create the connection in Make :::::WorkflowBlock ::::WorkflowBlockItem [[Log in in your Make](https://www.make.com/en/register) account](https://www.make.com/en/register), add the Pexels module to your scenario, and click **Create a connection. ** :::hint{type="info"} If you add a module with an instant tag, click **Create a webhook**, then **Create a connection.** ::: :::: :::WorkflowBlockItem *Optional: *in the **Connection name** field, enter a name for the connection. ::: :::WorkflowBlockItem Enter the **authentication credentials** you copied from your Pexels or follow the on-screen instructions to create the connection. You must also enter any required third-party API keys obtained earlier. ::: ::::: For detailed information on connecting an application, see **[Connect an application](docId\:SO88FM6pkT0G-adKDDfzZ)** page. # Pexels modules After connecting to the Pexels app, you can choose from a list of available modules to build your scenarios. :::ExpandableHeading ### Get a Photo Fetches a specific photo using its unique ID, allowing you to access detailed information about that particular image. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Get a Video Fetches detailed information about a specific video using its unique ID. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### List Collection Photos Fetches and displays a list of photos from a specific custom collection created by the user. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Make an API Call Allows you to make a custom, authorized API request to the connected service, enabling you to access features or data not covered by the standard modules. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Search Photos Finds photos that match the criteria you set, helping you quickly locate images based on your chosen filters. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Search Videos Searches for videos based on your specified criteria, helping you quickly find the content you need. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Watch Curated Photos Triggers whenever a new photo is added to your curated collection, so you can easily take action or stay updated with the latest additions. ::: :::ExpandableHeading ### Watch Popular Videos Triggers whenever a new video is uploaded that has gained popularity, allowing you to take action or stay updated on trending content. ::: # Templates You can look for more templates in [Make's template gallery](https://www.make.com/en/templates), where you'll find thousands of pre-created scenarios. # Pexels resources You can have access to more resources related to this app on the following links : - [Pexels topics on Make community](https://community.make.com/search?q=Pexels) - [Pexels website](https://www.pexels.com) - [Pexels documentation](https://help.pexels.com/hc/en-us) - [Pexels API documentation](https://www.pexels.com/api/documentation/) - [Pexels page on make](https://www.make.com/en/integrations/pexels-community) *** :::CtaButton{label="Get started for free" externalHref="https://www.make.com/en/register" openInNewTab="true"} :::