Instagram Setup
Connect your Instagram Business or Creator account to publish content directly from GenFeed.ai.
Prerequisites
- Instagram account converted to Business or Creator
- Facebook Page linked to Instagram account
- Admin access to the Facebook Page
- Instagram app updated to latest version
Account Setup
Converting to Business Account
- Open Instagram app → Profile → Settings
- Select Account → Switch to Professional Account
- Choose Business or Creator
- Connect your Facebook Page
- Complete business information
Connecting to GenFeed.ai
- Navigate to Accounts → Add Account
- Select Instagram
- Click Connect with Facebook
- Log in to Facebook (must be Page admin)
- Select your Instagram Business account
- Grant permissions:
- Content publishing
- Insights access
- Comment management
- Story publishing
Content Types
Feed Posts
- Images: JPG, PNG (max 30MB)
- Aspect Ratios:
- Square: 1:1
- Portrait: 4:5 (recommended)
- Landscape: 1.91:1
- Resolution: 1080x1080 minimum
- Carousels: Up to 10 images/videos
Reels
- Duration: 15-90 seconds
- Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- File Size: Up to 100MB
- Format: MP4, MOV
Stories
- Duration: 15 seconds per story
- Aspect Ratio: 9:16
- Auto-expire: After 24 hours
- Highlights: Save permanently
Publishing Features
Content Creation
- Select media from GenFeed.ai library
- Choose Publish to Instagram
- Select content type (Post/Reel/Story)
- Add caption and hashtags
- Tag locations and people
- Schedule or publish immediately
Caption Tools
- Character Counter: Track 2,200 limit
- Hashtag Suggestions: AI-powered recommendations
- Emoji Picker: Quick emoji insertion
- Line Breaks: Proper formatting preserved
- First Comment: Auto-post hashtags
Advanced Features
- Auto-Resize: Fit any image to Instagram specs
- Filter Presets: Apply consistent styling
- Carousel Ordering: Drag to rearrange
- Music Library: For Reels (where available)
- Product Tagging: For shopping-enabled accounts
Best Practices
Optimal Posting Times
- Weekdays: 11 AM - 1 PM, 5 PM - 7 PM
- Weekends: 10 AM - 11 AM
- Time Zones: Post when your audience is active
- Consistency: Same times daily for best reach
Hashtag Strategy
- Maximum: 30 hashtags per post
- Mix: Combine popular and niche tags
- Placement: In caption or first comment
- Research: Use Instagram's search to find relevant tags
- Branded: Create unique campaign hashtags
Content Strategy
- Visual Consistency: Maintain brand aesthetic
- Caption Length: Longer captions (1000+ chars) perform well
- Call-to-Action: Encourage saves, shares, comments
- User-Generated Content: Repost with permission
- Behind-the-Scenes: Show authentic moments
Analytics Dashboard
Post Insights
- Reach: Unique accounts reached
- Impressions: Total views
- Engagement: Likes, comments, saves, shares
- Discovery: How people found your post
- Profile Activity: Actions from your post
Audience Analytics
- Demographics: Age, gender, location
- Active Times: When followers are online
- Growth: Follower changes over time
- Content Preferences: Top performing post types
Reels Insights
- Plays: Total video views
- Accounts Reached: Unique viewers
- Likes & Comments: Engagement metrics
- Shares: How often shared
- Saves: Bookmarked for later
Instagram Shopping
Setup Requirements
- Business account
- Compliant with commerce policies
- Facebook catalog connected
- Website with product pages
Features
- Product tags in posts
- Shopping stickers in Stories
- Shop tab on profile
- Checkout on Instagram (select regions)
Algorithm Optimization
Ranking Factors
- Relationship: User's past interactions
- Interest: Likelihood of engagement
- Timeliness: How recent the post is
- Frequency: How often user opens Instagram
- Following: Number of accounts followed
- Usage: Session duration
Growth Tactics
- Post when audience is most active
- Encourage meaningful interactions
- Use all content formats (Posts, Reels, Stories)
- Respond quickly to comments and DMs
- Create shareable, saveable content
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Connection Failed
- Verify Facebook Page connection
- Check Instagram account type
- Ensure you're a Page admin
- Try reconnecting through Facebook
Publishing Errors
- Check content meets Instagram guidelines
- Verify file sizes and formats
- Ensure caption isn't too long
- Check for restricted hashtags
Limited Features
- Some features require minimum followers
- Check account standing for violations
- Verify all permissions granted
API Limits
- 25 API calls per hour
- Content publishing: 25 per day
- Story publishing: 100 per day
Error Codes
- Error 9: Rate limit exceeded
- Error 24: Account restricted
- Error 100: Invalid parameter
- Error 200: Permission denied
Content Guidelines
Prohibited Content
- Copyrighted material without permission
- Misleading or false information
- Spam or repetitive content
- Violence or dangerous activities
- Regulated goods
Best Quality Practices
- High-resolution images only
- Good lighting and composition
- Authentic, original content
- Proper credit for others' work
- Community guidelines compliance
Advanced Tips
Growth Hacking
- Collaborate: Partner with similar accounts
- IGTV Series: Create episodic content
- Live Sessions: Real-time engagement
- Guides: Curate themed collections
- Badges: Enable fan support features
Automation Rules
- Schedule posts for optimal times
- Auto-reply to common DMs
- Set up welcome messages
- Create quick replies
- Manage comment moderation
Security & Privacy
- OAuth authentication via Facebook
- No password storage
- Encrypted data transmission
- Regular security audits
- Revoke access anytime
Platform Updates
Instagram frequently updates features. Stay current:
- Follow @creators on Instagram
- Check Instagram Blog
- Join creator communities
- Monitor GenFeed.ai updates
Need Support?
- Instagram Help Center: help.instagram.com
- GenFeed.ai Support: support@genfeed.ai
- Community Discord: Join for tips
- Video Tutorials: Available in app