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instagram-scraper

Extract posts, images, captions, and OCR text from Instagram accounts.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#ocr#scraping#instagram#social-media
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bungkust/bungkust-skills --skill instagram-scraper-bungkust
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: instagram-scraper
Source: https://github.com/bungkust/bungkust-skills/tree/main/skills/instagram-scraper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bungkust/bungkust-skills --skill instagram-scraper-bungkust

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires insta-fetcher, tesseract-ocr, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of scraping Instagram posts, including images, captions, and metadata, enabling efficient content collection and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Retrieval: Fetch recent posts from specified Instagram accounts, including images, captions, likes, and comments.
  • Image Processing and OCR: Save images locally and extract embedded text through OCR for detailed content analysis.
  • Use Case: For social media managers to gather public posts, analyze visual content, or monitor private accounts they have access to, streamlining social media auditing workflows.

Quick Start

Use the instagram scraper skill to download the latest posts from a specific account, save images locally, and extract text from images.

Frequently Asked Questions about instagram-scraper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text from Instagram images using OCR?▼

This Skill automates Instagram scraping to fetch recent posts, including images, captions, likes, and comments. It streamlines social media auditing workflows by collecting public content from specified accounts for analysis.

Do I need insta-fetcher to scrape Instagram posts?▼

Yes, insta-fetcher is required to fetch Instagram posts, and tesseract-ocr is needed for image analysis. You must install both dependencies before using this Skill to scrape accounts and extract text from images.

Can I monitor private Instagram accounts for content analysis?▼

You can monitor private Instagram accounts if you have authorized access to them. The Skill supports gathering posts and metadata from accessible accounts to streamline social media monitoring and auditing workflows.

What is the best way to automate Instagram scraping for social media monitoring?▼

The best way to automate Instagram scraping is using a Skill that integrates data retrieval and image processing. It fetches posts, saves images locally, and extracts embedded text to support continuous social media content analysis.

Does Instagram scraping work for retrieving captions and metadata?▼

Yes, Instagram scraping fetches complete post data including captions and metadata. It retrieves likes and comments alongside images, providing comprehensive datasets for marketing teams and data scientists.

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