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Instagram Scraper

Scrape posts from any Instagram profile — posts, reels, stories and highlights. A top Instagram API alternative with export, API access, scheduling, and integrations.

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PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE, REAL‑TIME DATA FROM INSTAGRAM

Profile data
Post data
Engagement
Reels data
Media data
Followers data
Comments data
Hashtag data

What data can Instagram Scraper extract?

Scrape posts, profiles, reels, stories, and engagement data without login or rate limits. Extract data from Instagram using unofficial Instagram APIs. Perfect for research, monitoring, and social media analysis — clean results in JSON, CSV or using API.

Output Demo
typeusernamefullNamebiographyfollowersfollowingpostsCountisVerifiedisPrivateisBusinessAccountexternalUrl
profile
instagram
Instagram
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697611249
294
8252
true
false
false

Range of scraping features

Real‑time & historical Instagram data. Export to JSON, CSV, or via API. Automate, schedule & monitor runs.

No credit card required

Start instantly without the hassle of entering payment details.

Scalable plans

Scale as your projects grow. Scrape as much as you need.

YOUR BIGGEST MARKETPLACE OF INSTAGRAM APIS

Want more tools for scraping Instagram?

Use our library of purpose-built unofficial Instagram APIs to extract exactly the data you need — fast.

Instagram Profile Scraper

Extract profile data, bio, followers, following count with clean JSON outputs.

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Instagram Post Scraper

Collect post data including captions, likes, comments, media URLs and more.

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Instagram Reel Scraper

Fetch reel data with views, engagement metrics; export datasets or integrate via API.

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Instagram Follower Scraper

Scrape follower lists, follower counts, and audience demographics from any public profile.

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Instagram Comments Scraper

Extract comments, replies, usernames, and sentiment data from posts and reels.

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Agent‑ready Instagram scraping

All scrapers support Model Context Protocol (MCP) for seamless integration with your AI agents. Use a universal standard for automation, research, and analysis.

# Start SSE session and keep it running
curl "https://mcp.anycrawl.dev/<API_KEY>/mcp"

# Example: Fetch dataset items via API (coming soon)
curl "https://api.anycrawl.dev/v1/datasets/<DATASET_ID>/items?format=json"

Quick guide on setting up your Instagram scraper

How to scrape Instagram

Scraping Instagram data for your projects has never been easier. Skip the API headaches — scrape Instagram with just a few clicks. Scrape profile, post, or hashtag URL and get the data you need. Get fast, reliable Instagram data in the format you need — JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot.

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  2. Find Instagram Scraper Template02
  3. Enter a profile URL, post URL, or hashtag03
  4. Click "Start" and let the scraper do the work04
  5. Download your data in JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot05
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Features of Instagram Scraper

We know your use cases. Here's the tech stack to make them happen.

Most well‑rounded solution on the market

Scrape profiles, posts, reels, and stories across search results or feeds. Choose from multiple scraper types and get structured data in one go — no matter how deep you need to dig.

Scalable social media scraping

Scrape at low cost for one‑off jobs or scale to high‑volume pipelines. Built‑in pagination handling.

Baked‑in scheduling & monitoring

Run hourly, daily, or on custom intervals. Get alerts when something breaks and view logs for debugging. (coming soon)

Proxies for reliability

Smart proxy rotation with geo‑targeting to reduce blocking and ensure uninterrupted runs.

Frequently asked questions

Is it legal to scrape data from Instagram?
It depends on jurisdiction and use. Public information can often be collected, but you must comply with Instagram's terms, robots rules, and applicable laws. Consult legal counsel for your specific case.
Do I need to log in to extract data from Instagram?
Not for public pages in most cases. Some data or higher volumes may require a session cookie and careful rate‑limit handling.
Can I scrape the latest data from Instagram?
Yes. The scraper loads live pages and can capture near‑real‑time posts. Add retries/delays for stability under rate limiting.
Can I scrape multiple profiles, posts, or hashtags at once?
Yes. Queue multiple inputs and run them in batches. Or, using the API, you can schedule runs and retrieve datasets from your scripts.
How much does scraping Instagram posts cost?
Pricing depends on the number of pages and the price of the template. See the pricing page; each run consumes 2 credits.
Can I integrate the Instagram scraper with another tool?
Yes. Export JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot, use the API, or connect via MCP/webhooks to automation tools and data pipelines.
Can I customize an Instagram scraper?
Yes. Adjust variables such as input URLs and limits, or create a custom template and request hooks for advanced flows.
How do I download a dataset from Instagram?
After a run finishes, export results as JSON/CSV or fetch them programmatically through the dataset API.
How do I scrape Instagram reels or stories?
Reels and stories are included when present and accessible. Story extraction may need additional steps and can vary by availability.
How do I do sentiment analysis on Instagram posts?
Scrape the text first, then run it through an NLP pipeline or an LLM workflow. You can automate the post‑processing via your data stack.
Can I scrape Instagram followers?
Yes. AnyCrawl's Instagram Follower Scraper can extract follower lists, follower counts, and basic audience data from any public profile. Queue multiple profiles and export results via JSON or API.
How do I scrape Instagram comments?
Use the Instagram Comments Scraper to extract comments, replies, and usernames from any public post or reel. Results are delivered in structured JSON — ready for sentiment analysis or data pipelines.

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