agent-instagram

Automate Instagram Direct Messages via CLI with JSON output.

170|25|Updated Jan 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger --skill agent-instagram
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Skill: agent-instagram
Source: https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger/tree/main/skills/agent-instagram
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agent-messenger/agent-messenger --skill agent-instagram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Instagram Direct Messages (DMs) can be time-consuming to manage across multiple accounts. This Skill provides a CLI to read conversations and send messages, enabling agents to respond faster and stay organized without manual crawling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Browser cookie extraction (recommended) to authenticate zero-config from Chromium-based browsers.
  • Username/password login with optional two-factor authentication for fallback access.
  • Read, search, and send messages across multiple DM threads; manage multiple accounts and per-command account selection.
  • Memory-like persistence and JSON output by default for AI integration and automated workflows.

Quick Start

Authenticate with browser cookies or credentials, then list chats and send a message.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-instagram

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Instagram DMs from the command line?▼

You can automate Instagram DMs from the command line by using a CLI to read conversations and send messages. It supports browser-cookie extraction and credential login to enable automated outreach.

Can I manage multiple Instagram accounts for DM automation?▼

Yes, you can manage multiple Instagram accounts for DM automation. The tool provides persistent sessions and per-command account selection to read and send messages across different profiles.

Does Instagram DM automation work without manually entering passwords?▼

Instagram DM automation works without manual password entry by extracting browser cookies from Chromium-based browsers. This zero-config authentication method is recommended to establish persistent sessions.

What is the best way to read and search Instagram conversations programmatically?▼

The best way to read and search Instagram conversations programmatically is via a CLI that outputs JSON by default. This format enables seamless AI integration for parsing and monitoring DM threads.

How does Instagram authentication handle two-factor authentication for automated messaging?▼

Instagram authentication handles two-factor authentication during username/password login as a fallback access method. The CLI provides clear error handling to guide authentication and retry flows when 2FA is triggered.