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. Open Instagram and navigate to your profile.
2. Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner and select Settings and privacy.
3. Scroll down and choose Account type and tools.
4. Tap Switch to Professional Account. Instagram will guide you through a setup process.
5. Select your account type:
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   1. Business Account: Ideal for brands, companies, or services.‍
   2. 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.‍
6. Complete the setup, including selecting your category (e.g., Artist, Blogger, Business) and filling in any necessary business contact information.‍
7. 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?

You can connect your Instagram profile to StreamLadder and publish directly to it only if it’s connected to a Facebook business page. This is a requirement from Meta/FB API.

Can I connect the Personal/Creator account to StreamLadder?

You can connect only Professional (Buiness/Creator) IG accounts to StreamLadder. There’s no API supporting connecting or direct publishing to the Personal 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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