How to Connect Instagram to SuperSocial MCP

Instagram DMs are one of the most active messaging channels for creators, brands, and sales teams. With SuperSocial MCP, you can connect Instagram to AI assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, or Cursor and manage your entire DM inbox through natural language.

This guide walks you through connecting your Instagram account, what your AI can do once it is linked, and how to get the most out of Instagram AI messaging.

What You Need

• A SuperSocial MCP account (sign up here — free 24-hour trial, no credit card required)
• An Instagram account with direct messaging enabled
• An MCP-compatible AI client (Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Gemini CLI, or similar)

Step-by-Step: Connect Instagram

1. Log into your SuperSocial dashboard

Go to app.getsupersocial.me/login and sign in with your account. If you do not have one yet, you can create one in seconds. The free trial gives you 24 hours and one connected account with no credit card required.

2. Add a new account

From the dashboard, click Add Account. You will see a list of supported platforms including LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram, and email providers.

3. Choose Instagram

Select Instagram from the list. SuperSocial will open a secure connection window where you can authenticate with Instagram directly.

4. Log into Instagram

Enter your Instagram credentials in the authentication window. SuperSocial uses a secure connection layer to link your account. Your password is never stored on SuperSocial servers.

5. Done

Once authenticated, your Instagram account appears in the dashboard. SuperSocial begins syncing your recent DM conversations immediately. You are ready to connect Instagram to AI.

The entire process takes under two minutes. If you run into issues with two-factor authentication, complete the 2FA challenge in the connection window and the link will finalize automatically.

What Your AI Can Do with Instagram DMs

After connecting, any MCP-compatible AI assistant gains access to your Instagram messages through these tools:

• list_chats — Browse all your Instagram DM conversations, including direct messages and group chats. Filter by unread status or search for specific contacts.
• get_conversation — Read the full message history of any conversation, including text, attachments, and timestamps.
• send_message — Compose and send Instagram DMs through your AI assistant. Write naturally and your AI formats and delivers the message.
• react_to_message — React to any message with emojis, just as you would in the Instagram app.
• search_contacts — Find specific people across your connected accounts, including Instagram contacts.

Supported message types

• Direct messages (one-on-one)
• Group chats
• Photo and video attachments
• Message reactions

Example: Manage Instagram DMs with Claude

Once your Instagram account is connected and your MCP client is configured, you can interact with your DMs using plain English. Here are some things you can ask:

• "Show me my unread Instagram DMs."
• "What did @sarah say in our last conversation?"
• "Reply to @mike and say I'll be available tomorrow at 3pm."
• "React with a heart to the last message from @alex."
• "Find all my conversations with people named David."

Your AI reads the conversation context, drafts appropriate responses, and sends them on your behalf. You stay in control — review AI-generated messages before they go out, or let your assistant handle routine replies automatically.

Pricing

SuperSocial offers a free trial with 24 hours of access and one connected account. No credit card required. After the trial, the Pro plan starts at €12/month and supports multiple accounts across all platforms.

Tips for Instagram AI Messaging

• Morning briefing — Ask your AI to summarize overnight Instagram DMs alongside messages from your other connected platforms.
• Batch replies — Have your AI draft replies to all unread DMs at once, then review and approve them in one pass.
• Cross-platform context — Since SuperSocial unifies Instagram with LinkedIn, WhatsApp, email, and Telegram, your AI can reference conversations across channels when composing replies.
• Keep it human — Use your AI to draft responses and suggest replies. The best results come from reviewing AI output before sending, especially for important conversations.

Troubleshooting

• Connection fails? Make sure your Instagram account is not restricted and that you complete any two-factor authentication prompts in the connection window.
• Messages not syncing? Give it a minute after connecting. Initial sync pulls recent conversations and may take a moment for large inboxes.
• Account disconnected? If Instagram requires a password change or security review, reconnect through the dashboard by clicking Add Account again.