How to Set Up an Instagram Professional Account

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

1. Click on your profile picture in the bottom right to go to your profile
2. Click on professional dashboard.
3. Click the settings icon in the upper right corner.
4. Click Switch account type.
5. Click Switch to business account.
6. Click Switch‍
7. Complete the setup, including selecting your category (e.g., Artist, Blogger, Business) and filling in any necessary business contact information.‍
8. Finish setup and confirm that you now have a Professional account.

Step 2: Link Your Instagram Account to a Facebook Page

1. Go to your Instagram profile and tap Edit Profile.
2. Scroll down and look for the Public business information section.
3. 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.
4. Confirm the connection to link your Instagram and Facebook accounts.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Can I connect my Instagram profile without having it connected to a Facebook page?

​No, connecting your Instagram profile to StreamLadder requires linking it to a Facebook Business Page. This is a requirement from Meta's API to enable third-party platforms like StreamLadder to access Instagram's publishing features.

Can I connect the Personal/Creator account to StreamLadder?

No, you can connect only Business/Professional IG accounts to StreamLadder. There’s no API supporting connecting or direct publishing to the Personal/Creator types of accounts.

Can I manage multiple IG profiles in one StreamLadder account?

Absolutely! You can easily manage multiple Instagram profiles within a single StreamLadder account based on your subscription plan.

Can I schedule Instagram Reels with your platform?

Yes! You can schedule Instagram Reels with StreamLadder's Content Publisher.

Why do I need a business account to post on Instagram?

This a crucial requirement from Meta/FB API.

How do I know if my post has been published successfully?

You can track the progress of the scheduled posts in the content publisher.

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