Instagram API

Instagram messaging at your fingertips

Handle Instagram DMs, story replies, and comments programmatically. Build automated responses and route conversations to your support team.

Reply to an Instagram DM

The same send-message endpoint powers Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and email — just point it at your Instagram channel.

send-message.sh
1curl https://api.lodgestory.com/api/wp-crm/messaging/send-message \
2 -H "Authorization: Bearer $LODGESTORY_TOKEN" \
3 -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
4 -d '{
5 "organisationId": "ORG_ID",
6 "channelId": "INSTAGRAM_CHANNEL_ID",
7 "chatId": "CHAT_ID",
8 "type": "text",
9 "message": "Thanks for the DM! Your booking is confirmed. 🎉"
10 }'

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Direct Message API

Send and receive Instagram Direct Messages programmatically. Support for text, images, story mentions, and story replies.

Media Handling

Process incoming images, videos, and story shares. Send rich media responses including product cards and carousels.

Comment Management

Monitor and respond to post and reel comments via API. Auto-reply to specific keywords or route to your support team.

Real-Time Webhooks

Receive instant webhook notifications for new messages, story mentions, comment interactions, and conversation updates.

Key Benefits

  • Official Instagram Messaging API
  • Story reply and mention handling
  • Comment monitoring and response
  • Rich media message support
  • Real-time event webhooks
  • Ice-breaker and quick reply support

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