agent-instagram

Automate Instagram Direct Messages via CLI with JSON output.

170|25|Updated Jan 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger --skill agent-instagram
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Skill: agent-instagram
Source: https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger/tree/main/skills/agent-instagram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger --skill agent-instagram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Instagram Direct Messages (DMs) can be time-consuming to manage across multiple accounts. This Skill provides a CLI to read conversations and send messages, enabling agents to respond faster and stay organized without manual crawling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Browser cookie extraction (recommended) to authenticate zero-config from Chromium-based browsers.
  • Username/password login with optional two-factor authentication for fallback access.
  • Read, search, and send messages across multiple DM threads; manage multiple accounts and per-command account selection.
  • Memory-like persistence and JSON output by default for AI integration and automated workflows.

Quick Start

Authenticate with browser cookies or credentials, then list chats and send a message.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-instagram

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Instagram DMs from the command line?

You can automate Instagram DMs from the command line by using a CLI to read conversations and send messages. It supports browser-cookie extraction and credential login to enable automated outreach.

Can I manage multiple Instagram accounts for DM automation?

Yes, you can manage multiple Instagram accounts for DM automation. The tool provides persistent sessions and per-command account selection to read and send messages across different profiles.

Does Instagram DM automation work without manually entering passwords?

Instagram DM automation works without manual password entry by extracting browser cookies from Chromium-based browsers. This zero-config authentication method is recommended to establish persistent sessions.

What is the best way to read and search Instagram conversations programmatically?

The best way to read and search Instagram conversations programmatically is via a CLI that outputs JSON by default. This format enables seamless AI integration for parsing and monitoring DM threads.

How does Instagram authentication handle two-factor authentication for automated messaging?

Instagram authentication handles two-factor authentication during username/password login as a fallback access method. The CLI provides clear error handling to guide authentication and retry flows when 2FA is triggered.