Instagram

OAuth 2.0

Connect Instagram Business accounts via Facebook

Authentication Flow

Instagram Business accounts are connected through Facebook's Graph API, as Instagram requires a linked Facebook Page.

  • Requires Facebook Page connection first
  • Uses Facebook access tokens with Instagram permissions
  • Instagram Business account must be linked to the Facebook Page
  • Token refresh follows Facebook's token lifecycle
Stored Credentials
  • Facebook Access Token (encrypted, with Instagram permissions)
  • Instagram Business Account ID
  • Linked Facebook Page ID
  • Token Expiration Timestamp
Security Measures
  • Inherits Facebook's encryption and security measures
  • Instagram-specific permissions are scoped to posting only
  • No access to user's personal Instagram account data

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