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Connecting Instagram

Connect your Instagram account to schedule and post videos directly from VDClip. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know before and during the connection process.

Before You Start

Before attempting to connect your Instagram account, make sure you have all the following requirements ready:

  • Instagram Business or Creator Account

    Your Instagram account must be a Business or Creator account. Personal accounts have limited functionality.

  • Facebook Page

    You must have a Facebook Page created.

    💻 Desktop
    📱 Mobile
  • Instagram Linked to Facebook

    Your Instagram account must be linked to your Facebook account.

    📱 Mobile
    💻 Desktop
  • Facebook Page Admin Access

    You need admin access to the Facebook Page associated with your Instagram Business account.

Step-by-Step Connection Guide

Follow these detailed steps to connect your Instagram account to VDClip:

📅 Step 1: Access Calendar and Social Accounts

Navigate to the Calendar section in your VDClip dashboard, then access the Social Accounts settings.

Calendar view showing Social Accounts section

🔗 Step 2: Click “Connect Account” and Select Instagram

In the Social Accounts section, click on the “Connect Account” button. This button is used to connect social media accounts. A popup will open showing available platforms. Select Instagram from the available options to begin the connection process.

Popup showing Instagram connection option

🔐 Step 3: Facebook OAuth Authorization

You’ll be redirected to Facebook’s authorization page. Important: Instagram uses Facebook authentication, so you’ll authorize through Facebook. Follow these sub-steps:

3.1 Validate Facebook Account

First, validate that you’re logged into the correct Facebook account that has permission to manage the Facebook Page linked to your Instagram account. If it’s the correct account, proceed to the next step.

Facebook account validation screen

3.2 Select Facebook Pages

Select the Facebook Pages you want to link with the VDClip integration. Choose the page that is connected to your Instagram account.

Facebook Pages selection screen

3.3 Select Facebook Business

Select the Facebook Business that you created and that has a connection with your Instagram account.

Facebook Business selection screen

3.4 Select Instagram Accounts

Select the Instagram accounts you want to connect to VDClip. You can select one or multiple accounts if you have access to them.

Instagram accounts selection screen

3.5 Accept Permissions

Accept the necessary permissions to allow VDClip to post content to your Instagram account and Facebook Page. Review the permissions carefully and click “Allow” or “Authorize” to proceed.

Permissions authorization screen

✨ Step 4: Select Instagram Account

After completing the Facebook authorization, you’ll be redirected back to the VDClip platform. You’ll be able to see your Instagram account available for connection. Simply select the Instagram account you want to use to finalize the integration and start using it for posts and scheduling.

Instagram account selection screen in VDClip

Once you select the account, your Instagram integration will be complete and ready to use for scheduling and posting content.

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