Instagram Retro
This task requires you to request your Instagram data.
Instructions
1. Open your Instagram App
2. Go to your Profile by tapping the profile icon on the bottom right hand corner.
3. Tap on the menu with three lines on the top right hand corner.
4. Tap on Settings and Privacy
5. Tap on Accounts Centre
6. Under Accounts Setting, tap on Your Information and Permissions.
7. Tap on Download your Information and then tap “Download or transfer information”
8. Select on your primary Instagram profile only by tapping on “Clear all” and then tapping on your Instagram account only.
9. Tap on All Available data and if shown, tap on Download to device.
10. On the “Create files to download page”, tap on Date Range and set it to Last 3 Years, then tap on Format and set it to JSON and finally tap on Media Quality and set it to Low.
11. Once done, Tap on Create Files.
12. You’ll receive a notification or email when your file is ready to be downloaded - this can take up to 24 hours.
⚠️ If you do not select your format as a .JSON your MSR points will be deducted.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will I receive my Instagram data?
Meta will email you a link to download your data once your request is processed, or you'll receive an in-app notification.
What should I do if I don’t receive the confirmation email from Instagram?
Check your spam or junk folders. If you still don’t see it, ensure you are checking the email associated with your Instagram account and consider resubmitting your request.
How long does it take to receive my Instagram data?
The processing time can vary, but you should receive an email from Meta within a few hours to a few days.
What if I have multiple Instagram accounts?
Ensure you request your data from the account you primarily use.
I'm scared about sharing my Instagram data with you. How is my data protected?
We understand your concerns and take your privacy seriously. Your Instagram data is handled with strict confidentiality and is used only for aggregated insights into social media behaviour.
We use strong encryption and secure storage to protect your data, and access is restricted to authorized personnel only. We are transparent about our data usage and comply with all relevant data protection laws and regulations to ensure your information remains safe.
