Instagram Data MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Instagram Data in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http instagram-data https://data.fastsocial.co/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "instagram-data": {
      "url": "https://data.fastsocial.co/mcp"
    }
  }
}

PyPI (uv)

Claude Code

claude mcp add instagram-data -e IG_DATA_API_KEY=... -- uvx instagram-data-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "instagram-data": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "instagram-data-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "IG_DATA_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace each ... with your own value.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Instagram Data MCP server do?

Read-only public Instagram data: profiles, posts, reels, stories, comments, top-accounts ranking.

Is the Instagram Data MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Instagram Data run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Instagram Data to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http instagram-data https://data.fastsocial.co/mcp

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