---
title: "ACF Custom Fields REST Exposer"
description: "Exposes Advanced Custom Fields data through the WordPress REST API using register_rest_field and acf_format_value. Handles repeater fields, flexible content layouts, and gallery fields with proper serialization."
verification: "security_reviewed"
source: "https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/wp-rest-api-integration/"
author: "WP Engine"
category:
  - "WordPress & CMS"
framework:
  - "Cursor"
---

# ACF Custom Fields REST Exposer

Exposes Advanced Custom Fields data through the WordPress REST API using register_rest_field and acf_format_value. Handles repeater fields, flexible content layouts, and gallery fields with proper serialization.

## Installation

Choose whichever fits your setup:

1. Copy this skill folder into your local skills directory.
2. Clone the repo and symlink or copy the skill into your agent workspace.
3. Add the repo as a git submodule if you manage shared skills centrally.
4. Install it through your internal provisioning or packaging workflow.
5. Download the folder directly from GitHub and place it in your skills collection.

## Documentation

- https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/resources/wp-rest-api-integration/

## Source

- [Agent Skill Exchange](https://agentskillexchange.com/skills/acf-custom-fields-rest-exposer/)