In order to connect your Instagram to the StreamLadder Content Publisher, it is mandatory to have a Professional Account and connect you account to a Facebook Business Page. This is a crucial requirement from Meta/FB API.
Step 1: Switch to a Professional Account on Instagram
Open Instagram and navigate to your profile.
Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner and select Settings and privacy.
Scroll down and choose Account type and tools.
Tap Switch to Professional Account. Instagram will guide you through a setup process.
Select your account type:
Business Account: Ideal for brands, companies, or services.
Creator Account: Great for influencers, content creators, and individuals focusing on personal branding., including selecting your category (e.g., Artist, Blogger, Business) and filling in any necessary business contact information.
Complete the setup, including selecting your category (e.g., Artist, Blogger, Business) and filling in any necessary business contact information.
Finish setup and confirm that you now have a Professional account.
Step 2: Link Your Instagram Account to a Facebook Page
Go to your Instagram profile and tap Edit Profile.
Scroll down and look for the Public business information section.
Tap Page and select a Facebook Page to connect. If you don’t have a Page yet: Create a New Facebook Page through Instagram during this process.
Confirm the connection to link your Instagram and Facebook accounts.