insta-scraper

Discover and analyze Instagram Reels by hashtags using Apify and Gemini AI.

1|Updated Jan 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fnf-ax-team/CC_ax_team --skill insta-scraper
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Skill: insta-scraper
Source: https://github.com/fnf-ax-team/CC_ax_team/tree/main/skills/insta_scraper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fnf-ax-team/CC_ax_team --skill insta-scraper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the discovery and analysis of Instagram Reels by hashtags, enabling rapid identification of viral content and AI-assisted summarization. It leverages the Apify API to collect reels and Gemini AI to filter and summarize beauty-related content for actionable insights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hashtag-based Reels collection and ranking using a weighted scoring system (views 20%, likes 40%, comments 40%) to surface viral content.
  • AI-driven filtering and summaries with Gemini AI to extract insights and summarize creative trends.
  • Output-ready results with top reels and optional data persistence for analytics and reporting.

Quick Start

Provide a hashtag to analyze, then run the Insta-scraper to fetch the top viral reels, view AI-generated summaries, and save the results for reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions about insta-scraper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find viral Instagram Reels by hashtag?

This Skill automates Instagram Reels discovery by hashtag, ranking reels using a weighted scoring system for views, likes, and comments to surface viral content. It leverages Apify to collect reels data based on your specified hashtags.

Can AI summarize Instagram Reels trends for beauty-related content?

Yes, Gemini AI filters and summarizes beauty-related Instagram Reels trends by analyzing collected hashtag data. This Skill uses Gemini AI to extract insights and generate actionable summaries of creative trends from the discovered viral content.

Do I need an Apify API token to scrape Instagram Reels?

Yes, an Apify API token is required to scrape Instagram Reels, along with a Gemini API key for AI filtering and summarization. Both credentials are mandatory prerequisites for this Skill to function and execute successfully.

How are viral Reels ranked and scored for trend analysis?

Viral Reels are ranked using a weighted scoring system calculating engagement metrics: views account for 20%, likes for 40%, and comments for 40%. This scoring mechanism surfaces the highest-performing hashtag-driven content for trend analysis.

Can I save scraped Instagram Reels data to a PostgreSQL database?

Yes, you can save scraped Instagram Reels data to a PostgreSQL database. This Skill includes optional PostgreSQL storage functionality, allowing you to persist output-ready results and AI summaries directly for long-term analytics and reporting.