The Instagram API enables developers to build tools and integrations that connect directly with Instagram’s platform for accessing posts, analytics, and engagement data securely.
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The Instagram API allows developers and businesses to programmatically access Instagram’s data — such as posts, followers, hashtags, and insights — using secure endpoints. It’s designed for apps that analyze performance, schedule content, or automate workflows.
- Enables secure and reliable data access.
- Helps automate publishing and analytics workflows.
- Supports integration with CRMs, dashboards, or SaaS tools.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| User Insights | Fetch user profile, media, and follower analytics |
| Hashtag Search | Discover posts by hashtags programmatically |
| Media Management | Upload, publish, and manage content |
| Webhooks | Real-time notifications for account changes |
| OAuth Authentication | Secure app login via Meta for Developers |
- Build dashboards for Instagram analytics
- Automate content publishing for brands
- Integrate Instagram data into CRMs or BI tools
- Collect marketing metrics across multiple accounts
Q: What is the Instagram API?
A: The Instagram API is a set of endpoints provided by Meta that allows developers to access Instagram data securely. It’s used to retrieve profile details, media, hashtags, and engagement insights for approved apps and users.
Q: Who can use the Instagram API?
A: Businesses, developers, and verified partners can use the API after registering their app on the Meta for Developers platform and getting approved permissions.
Q: How do I get access to the Instagram API?
A: To gain access, create a Meta Developer account, register your app, connect an Instagram Business or Creator account, and request API permissions under the Instagram Graph API section.
Automated analytics and insights
Streamlined post scheduling
Unified social media data access
Average Performance Benchmarks:
- Speed: Instant data sync via GraphQL
- Stability: 99.8% uptime via Meta servers
- Security: OAuth 2.0 verified requests
- Scalability: Supports multiple business accounts
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- Node.js or Python
- Meta Developer Account
- Instagram Business/Creator Account
# Clone the repo
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/instagram-api.git
cd instagram-api
# Install dependencies
npm install
# or
pip install -r requirements.txt
# Setup environment
cp .env.example .env
# Run
npm start
# or
python main.pyGET https://graph.instagram.com/me?fields=id,username,media_count
# Response
{
"id": "123456789",
"username": "brand_name",
"media_count": 240
}MIT License