# Instagram User Posts Export to Excel (cookieless) (`monumental_world/instagram-posts`) Actor

Instantly turn Instagram user posts into an Excel report. No coding required—perfect for social media performance tracking and content strategy optimization.

- **URL**: https://apify.com/monumental\_world/instagram-posts.md
- **Developed by:** [Raised Pro](https://apify.com/monumental_world) (community)
- **Categories:** Social media, Automation
- **Stats:** 8 total users, 0 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
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## Pricing

from $1.50 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.
Since this Actor supports Apify Store discounts, the price gets lower the higher subscription plan you have.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/platform/actors/running/actors-in-store#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

Actors are web data automations that power AI and operations. They run on the Apify platform to scrape websites, process data, connect APIs, and automate workflows.
In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.
Actors are written with capital "A".

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You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.
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- **AI agents and MCP clients** — the [Apify MCP server](https://docs.apify.com/integrations/mcp.md) at `https://mcp.apify.com` (remote, streamable HTTP, OAuth on first use).
- **Agentic workflows and local Actor development** — [Agent Skills](https://apify.com/.well-known/agent-skills/index.json) with the [Apify CLI](https://docs.apify.com/cli/docs.md): `npm install -g apify-cli`, then `apify login`.
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- **Any other language** — the [REST API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2.md).

For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below.

For more details, see Apify documentation as [Markdown index](https://docs.apify.com/llms.txt) and [Markdown full-text](https://docs.apify.com/llms-full.txt).

# README

"# Instagram User Posts Export to Excel (cookieless)

### Need to download Instagram data to Excel? This tool helps you extract post metrics without logging in

If you're a social media influencer, content creator, or agency managing Instagram accounts, you know how important it is to track your performance. This tool is designed specifically for agencies, business owners, and influencers who need to export Instagram post data directly to Excel or CSV—no technical skills required, and no Instagram login needed.

Whether you're analyzing engagement trends, preparing client reports, or optimizing your content strategy, this Instagram data extractor makes it simple to get all your post metrics in one organized spreadsheet.

### Step-by-Step Guide

**Step 1:** Enter the Instagram username, user ID, or profile URL you want to export. For example, just type ""Ronaldo"" or paste the full Instagram profile link.

**Step 2:** Click ""Start"" to begin extracting the data. No login required, no cookies needed—the tool works completely cookieless.

**Step 3:** Download your data as Excel, CSV, or XML format. Open it in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet program you prefer.

### What columns will I get?

Your download will include the following columns:

- **Post URL** - Direct link to each Instagram post
- **Author Username** - The Instagram handle of the account
- **Author Followers** - Total follower count at the time of extraction
- **Author Following** - Number of accounts the user follows
- **Post Caption** - The full text caption including emojis
- **Post Likes** - Total number of likes on each post
- **Post Comments** - Total number of comments on each post
- **Post Engagement Rate** - Calculated engagement percentage
- **Posted Timestamp** - Exact date and time the post was published
- **Location Name** - Geographic location tagged in the post
- **Is Sponsored** - Whether the post is a paid partnership
- **Hashtag Count** - Number of hashtags used in the caption
- **Media Type** - Whether it's an image, video, or carousel

### How to use this data

**1. Analyze your content performance:** Sort your posts by engagement rate to identify which types of content resonate most with your audience. Use this insight to create more of what works and adjust what doesn't.

**2. Create monthly performance reports:** Export your posts regularly and track metrics over time. Compare month-over-month growth in likes, comments, and follower count to show clients or stakeholders your progress.

**3. Optimize your posting strategy:** Filter posts by timestamp to discover when your audience is most active. Identify patterns in high-performing posts—like optimal hashtag counts, caption lengths, or content themes—to refine your future content calendar.

### Input Settings

**Username field:** Simply enter the Instagram username you want to export. You can type just the username (like ""Ronaldo""), paste a full profile URL (like ""instagram.com/ronaldo""), or use the numeric user ID if you have it. The tool is flexible and will recognize any of these formats.

**Max Items (optional):** Choose how many posts you want to export to your spreadsheet. If you only need recent posts, set a lower number. If you want your complete post history, set a higher limit or leave it blank to get all available posts.

### Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: Do I need an Instagram account to use this tool?**\
A: No! This tool works completely cookieless, meaning you don't need to log in or connect your Instagram account. Just enter the username and start extracting.

**Q: Can I open this in Google Sheets?**\
A: Yes, absolutely! Just upload the CSV file to Google Sheets, and all your data will import perfectly. You can also use Excel, Numbers, or any other spreadsheet software.

**Q: How often can I export data?**\
A: You can export data as often as you need. Many influencers export weekly or monthly to track their growth and performance trends over time.

**Q: Will this work for private accounts?**\
A: This tool extracts publicly available data. For private Instagram accounts, only public profile information will be accessible.

***

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# Actor input Schema

## `username` (type: `string`):

Instagram username, user ID, or profile URL

## `maxPages` (type: `integer`):

Maximum number of pages to fetch (pagination handled automatically)

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "username": "cristiano",
  "maxPages": 1
}
```

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("monumental_world/instagram-posts").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = {}

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("monumental_world/instagram-posts").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print("💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/" + run["defaultDatasetId"])
for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{}' |
apify call monumental_world/instagram-posts --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "command": "npx",
            "args": [
                "mcp-remote",
                "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=monumental_world/instagram-posts",
                "--header",
                "Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_API_TOKEN>"
            ]
        }
    }
}

```

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/a8pyoS2sMu1WwpZhu/builds/sZGGnMDoxYsatdlYi/openapi.json