instagram-scraper

Name: instagram-scraper
Availability: InStock
Author: Orthogonal

Retrieve public Instagram profiles, posts, and reels via the Scrape Creators API.

12|4|Updated Feb 12, 2026

Search Tags:#instagram #data-analytics #scraper #profiles #social-media #posts #reels

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/orthogonal-sh/skills --skill instagram-scraper

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Skill: instagram-scraper
Source: https://github.com/orthogonal-sh/skills/tree/main/skills/orthogonal-instagram-scraper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/orthogonal-sh/skills --skill instagram-scraper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Retrieve public Instagram data including profiles, posts, and reels without manual scraping, enabling researchers and marketers to gather insights quickly and ethically.

Core Features & Use Cases

Retrieve user profiles, posts, and reels from public Instagram accounts
Query by handle, post URL, or basic profile attributes for quick research
Use cases include social media research, brand monitoring, and competitive analysis

Quick Start

Ask the AI to fetch public Instagram data for a handle or post URL and return structured results.

Frequently Asked Questions about instagram-scraper

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I scrape public Instagram profiles and posts by handle?▼

To scrape public Instagram profiles and posts, provide the account handle or post URL to retrieve structured data including reels. This requires access to the Scrape Creators API to fetch the requested content automatically.

Can I fetch Instagram reels and posts using a direct URL?▼

Yes, you can fetch Instagram reels and posts by querying with a direct post URL. The tool identifies and retrieves the public content associated with that link, returning it in a structured format for analysis.

Does this Instagram scraper support competitive analysis and brand monitoring?▼

This Instagram scraper is built for competitive analysis and brand monitoring, allowing you to gather public profile and post data quickly. It automates data retrieval to help marketers extract insights without manual scraping.

Do I need API access to retrieve public Instagram data?▼

Yes, you need access to the Scrape Creators API to retrieve public Instagram data including profiles and reels. This backend access handles the automated fetching of content based on your handle or URL queries.

What are the limitations of scraping public Instagram data?▼

Scraping public Instagram data is limited to publicly available profiles, posts, and reels. It cannot access private accounts or restricted content, ensuring data gathering remains within ethical and public access boundaries.

What is the best way to get structured data from Instagram for social media research?▼

The best way to get structured data from Instagram for social media research is using an automated scraper. It fetches public profiles and posts by handle or URL, eliminating manual extraction and delivering quick, structured results.