weibo-cli

Access and manage Weibo data from the terminal via CLI.

81|16|Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jackwener/weibo-cli --skill weibo-cli
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: weibo-cli
Source: https://github.com/jackwener/weibo-cli/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jackwener/weibo-cli --skill weibo-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Weibo users and researchers want to access and manage Weibo data from the terminal without a heavy GUI, enabling quick lookups and scripted workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI-based access to hot searches, timelines, user profiles, and post details from Weibo.
  • Structured outputs (JSON/YAML) for scripting and AI agent workflows.
  • Use Case: Monitor trending topics and fetch profile statistics for offline analysis.

Quick Start

Run the weibo hot command to fetch current hot topics and inspect results.

Frequently Asked Questions about weibo-cli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch Weibo timelines and user profiles from the terminal?

You can fetch Weibo timelines and user profiles from the terminal by running CLI commands that return structured JSON or YAML outputs. This enables scripted workflows and offline analysis without needing a heavy GUI interface.

Can I automate monitoring Weibo hot topics for research?

You can automate monitoring Weibo hot topics for research by running CLI commands to fetch current trends. The tool implements robust error handling and backoff, making it suitable for real-world automated monitoring tasks.

What Python version is required to use a CLI for accessing Weibo data?

Accessing Weibo data through this CLI requires Python 3.10 or higher. The tool uses this environment to extract browser cookies or implement QR login for secure credential management.

What's the best way to integrate Weibo search results into AI agent workflows?

The best way to integrate Weibo search results into AI agent workflows is using CLI commands that output structured JSON or YAML. This allows automated scripts and agents to easily parse hot topics, timelines, and post details.

How does credential management work when accessing Weibo data via CLI?

Credential management for CLI Weibo access works by using a local credential store, extracting browser cookies, or enabling QR login. This ensures safe credential management while accessing timelines and profiles.

Are there limitations when extracting Weibo post details for offline analysis?

Limitations when extracting Weibo post details for offline analysis include potential rate limits, which the tool handles with robust backoff. It requires valid authentication via local credentials or cookies to fetch detailed views successfully.