Publishing to Instagram and Facebook through Reports.re requires a few simple setup steps to link and authorize your accounts. This manual applies to case when you authorize Instagram and Facebook page via Meta account.
To publish to an Instagram account via Reports.re:
- The Instagram account must be a Business or Creator account.
- The Instagram account must be linked to a Facebook Page.
A Facebook Page is not the same as a personal profile. It must be created under your personal Facebook account and linked to your Instagram for publishing access.
1. Link Your Instagram Account to a Facebook Page
To link an Instagram account to a Facebook Page:
- Click on your avatar in the top-right corner of Facebook and switch to the required Page.
- From the left-side menu, go to "Professional Dashboard".
- In the dashboard, select "Linked Accounts" from the sidebar on the left.
- Under "Linked Accounts", choose "Instagram".
- Select "Connect Account".
- Follow the prompts to complete the connection.
- When completed, your Facebook Page will be connected to your Instagram account.
2. Authorize Facebook and Instagram in Reports.re
Since Facebook Pages and their associated Instagram accounts are connected through your personal Facebook account, you can authorize both at once:
- Go to "Workspace Settings" from the top-left navigation.
- Open the "Outlets" section.
- Click "Channel Setup Assistant".
- Choose "Facebook".
- Click "Authorize New Channel/Account".
- A Facebook page will open—follow the steps for authorization.
- During authorization, you will need to confirm which assets, such as pages, businesses, and accounts, Reports.re can access.
- Once completed, your channels will be authorized and you can continue with the outlet setup.
- To connect the Instagram account to an outlet (since it has already been authorized):
- Choose "Instagram".
- Select "Use Existing Authorization".
- A list of Instagram accounts (linked via Facebook Pages) will be shown.
- Select the account you wish to connect and proceed with outlet setup.
Conclusion
After following these steps, your Facebook Page and Instagram Business/Creator account will be fully authorized in Reports.re. You can now begin using them as publishing outlets for your content. Always ensure your Instagram remains connected to a Facebook Page to maintain publishing access.