Choosing a Connection Source for Creating an Instagram Feed
In this guide
We only use official methods of interaction with Instagram. Let’s consider the main sources of connection for creating an Instagram widget
This type of connection allows you to display posts from the specified source without authorization. You can use only public accounts by simply adding the Instagram username — @username
Public Accounts
Note
You can have up to 5 different usernames in one feed
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and add the username of the user in the field
Add
Connecting the widget to the desired Instagram profile is very easy, you need to select
Public Accounts
the username of the user in the field
in the field
and press
@username
Note
Don't worry: we will never save your password or post on your account
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Select
Hashtags Source
to collect and display Instagram hashtag feeds
Instagram hashtag feeds
To work with this source, you need to connect your Instagram business account, which is linked to your Facebook page
Hashtags
2
Click
Connect to Facebook
.
A window will open where you need to log into your Facebook account
Facebook account
where you need to log into your Facebook account
your Facebook account
After logging in, you will need to grant the app access to your account to be able to view posts and information. For this, you need to ensure that your Instagram business account is connected to your Facebook page
Requirements for Successful Connection:
Administrative rights on this Facebook page
The account must be linked to a Facebook page
An Instagram Business account (not a personal or creator account)
Note
If you do not yet have an Instagram account linked to Facebook, please refer to the instructions:
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To ensure the widget can access your Instagram posts, confirm the requested permissions in the pop-up windows that appear during the connection process
Tip
Here, you need to select all pages, even those you do not plan to display in the widget. Otherwise, Facebook may not grant you full permissions to link your account to the widget, and the connection could be disrupted
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After authorization, you will see a dropdown list with all the Instagram business accounts connected to the pages you have authorized. Now you can choose the account you want to connect. If you only have one account, it will be selected by default
Note
You can have up to 5 hashtags in one feed
5
Add
Add hashtags or several desired hashtags of the user in the field
and press
#tag
2
Click
Connect to Facebook
.
A window will open where you need to log into your Facebook account
Facebook account
where you need to log into your Facebook account
your Facebook account
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Select
Instagram Business
Instagram Business
To work with this source, you need to connect your Instagram business account linked to your Facebook page
Using an Instagram Business account to create a feed allows you to showcase your products, services, and corporate initiatives. It also helps establish connections with customers, collect feedback and suggestions, and improve brand recognition
Note
Don't worry: we will never save your password or post on your account
After logging in, you will need to grant the app access to your account to be able to view posts and information. For this, you need to ensure that your Instagram business account is connected to your Facebook page
Requirements for Successful Connection:
Administrative rights on this Facebook page
The account must be linked to a Facebook page
An Instagram Business account (not a personal or creator account)
Note
If you do not yet have an Instagram account linked to Facebook, please refer to the instructions:
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To ensure the widget can access your Instagram posts, confirm the requested permissions in the pop-up windows that appear during the connection process
Tip
Here, you need to select all pages, even those you do not plan to display in the widget. Otherwise, Facebook may not grant you full permissions to link your account to the widget, and the connection could be disrupted
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After authorization, you will see a dropdown list with all the Instagram business accounts connected to the pages you have authorized. Now you can choose the account you want to connect. If you only have one account, it will be selected by default
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Select
Private Profile
and click
Connect to Instagram
Note
Don't worry: we will never save your password or post on your account
Note
By “Private profile”, we mean the user’s personal Instagram profile
Authorize Instagram account to display private profile
Private Profile
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When the Instagram login window appears, log into your account. The content of your account is ready for use
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