How to Integrate Instagram Graph API with Arocado

Instagram Graph API is a core part of Arocado's social media api stack. Here's why it matters for you as a creator:

• Pulling creator follower demographics and insights


• Verifying account authenticity and engagement metrics


• Content performance tracking for sponsored posts


• Automated media kit generation with real-time stats

Type: Social Media API
Integration Status: Available to all Arocado creators
Setup Time: 5–15 minutes

Follow these steps to connect Instagram Graph API to Arocado:

Step 1: Create a Meta App in Facebook Developers portal

Step 2: Add Instagram Graph API product to your app

Step 3: Configure Instagram Business Login flow

Step 4: Request necessary permissions: instagram_basic, instagram_manage_insights

Step 5: Implement token exchange for long-lived tokens

Step 6: Set up periodic data sync for creator profiles

Pro tip: Keep your API keys and credentials secure. Never share them publicly or commit them to code repositories. Use environment variables for all sensitive configuration.

Here are real-world workflows that become possible with this integration:

Workflow 1: Pulling creator follower demographics and insights
Trigger → Instagram Graph API receives data → Arocado processes it → Action completed automatically
This eliminates manual work and ensures your metrics are always current and accurate.

Workflow 2: Verifying account authenticity and engagement metrics
This workflow enables scalable operations — whether you're a solo creator or an agency managing multiple accounts, Instagram Graph API handles the heavy lifting.

Workflow 3: Automated Reporting
Instagram Graph API feeds data into Arocado's analytics dashboard, giving you real-time insights into engagement metrics, audience growth, and content performance.

Issue: Connection failing

• Verify your API keys are correct and haven't expired


• Check that your Instagram Graph API account is verified and in good standing


• Ensure your browser isn't blocking pop-ups during OAuth flows

• Allow 5–10 minutes for initial data sync after connection


• Check that you've granted all required permissions


• Try disconnecting and reconnecting the integration

• Ensure your social media profile is still connected and tokens haven't expired


• Contact Arocado support with your account ID for investigation


• Check Instagram Graph API's status page for any ongoing outages

Maximize your experience with Instagram Graph API + Arocado:

• Keep credentials updated — If you rotate API keys or change passwords on Instagram Graph API, update them in Arocado immediately to prevent service interruptions.

• Enable notifications — Turn on Instagram Graph API notifications so you're alerted about connection status changes and important updates.

• Review permissions regularly — Audit what data Arocado can access through Instagram Graph API and revoke any unnecessary permissions.

• Use test mode first — Connect in test/sandbox mode first to verify everything works before going live.

• Stay updated — Both Arocado and Instagram Graph API release updates regularly. Keep your integration current for the best experience.

Data protection with Instagram Graph API:

Arocado takes your data security seriously when integrating with Instagram Graph API. Here's how your information is protected:

Encryption: All communication between Arocado and Instagram Graph API uses TLS 1.2+ encryption. Your API keys are encrypted at rest using AES-256 and never stored in plain text.

Access control: Social media tokens follow the principle of least privilege — Arocado only requests the minimum permissions needed to read your audience metrics and verify ad placements. We never post on your behalf without explicit campaign approval.

Compliance: Instagram Graph API integration complies with NDPR (Nigeria Data Protection Regulation) requirements. Your personal data is processed lawfully, and you can request data deletion at any time.

Incident response: In the unlikely event of a security incident affecting this integration, Arocado will notify affected creators within 72 hours and provide clear remediation steps. We maintain a dedicated security team monitoring all integration endpoints 24/7.

How Instagram Graph API compares for Nigerian creators:

We chose Instagram Graph API as a core social media api partner because of its specific strengths in the Nigerian market:

Creator-focused advantages:

• Real-time audience data syncing ensures your profile metrics are always current


• Deep analytics beyond what native platform dashboards provide


• Cross-platform audience overlap detection helps identify your true unique reach


• Automated content performance tracking saves hours of manual reporting


• Campaign attribution accurately ties your posts to advertiser conversions

• Data refresh interval: every 6 hours for audience metrics


• API reliability: 99.5%+ uptime across all social platform endpoints


• Support for all major Instagram Graph API data points used in campaign matching