Instagram MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Instagram in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add mcpware-instagram -e INSTAGRAM_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -e INSTAGRAM_ACCOUNT_ID=... -- npx -y @mcpware/instagram-mcp

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcpware-instagram": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@mcpware/instagram-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "INSTAGRAM_ACCESS_TOKEN": "...",
        "INSTAGRAM_ACCOUNT_ID": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Instagram MCP server do?

Instagram MCP — 23 tools for Instagram Graph API: posts, DMs, stories, reels, analytics.

Is the Instagram 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 run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Instagram to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add mcpware-instagram -e INSTAGRAM_ACCESS_TOKEN=... -e INSTAGRAM_ACCOUNT_ID=... -- npx -y @mcpware/instagram-mcp

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