Instagram Post Read
Read a public Instagram post or Reel by URL through AIAPI Center and return normalized metadata and metrics.
What it does
When an agent has an Instagram post URL to inspect, this connector reads it through AIAPI Center using a managed public-data provider and returns normalized caption, author details, and engagement metrics.
Inputs
| Parameter | Format | Example | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
url | string | https://www.instagram.com/p/shortcode/ | Yes |
Outputs
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
caption | string | Post caption summary |
author | string | Creator username |
url | string | Instagram post URL |
likes | number | Public like count when available |
items | array | One compact post row with metrics and hashtags |
Example output
Input
url: "https://www.instagram.com/p/shortcode/"
Output
# Instagram Post - Caption: AI photo editing tips - Author: creator_name - URL: https://www.instagram.com/p/shortcode/ - Likes: 1,200
What it means
The post was found via the managed Apify provider and returned as a normalized metadata row.
Last tested: 2026-06-28
How to install
Via CLI
Via web
- Visit the connector catalog and find Instagram Post Read.
- Click Install connector and acknowledge any training requirements.
- Complete authorization if prompted.
- Use the connector from Chat or the CLI.
Auth and permissions
| OAuth required | No |
| Managed auth | Included, no API key needed |
| Bring your own key (BYOK) | Not supported in v1 |
| Audit logged | Every request is logged with input, result, cost, and timestamps |
| Training acknowledgment | Not required |
Admins can restrict this connector via blacklist or whitelist in the admin panel.
Limits and edge cases
- •source_mode=third_party_public_search; access_mode=provider_managed.
- •Only public Instagram posts and Reels are supported.
- •Metrics may be missing or delayed.
Common use cases
Normalize an Instagram URL before summarization
Read author, metrics, and hashtags before handing the URL to another agent step.
Frequently asked questions
Does this read private or login-walled posts?
No. Only public Instagram posts are supported.
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