How to connect Instagram for Business and Motion
Create a New Scenario to Connect Instagram for Business and Motion
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Instagram for Business, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Instagram for Business or Motion will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Instagram for Business or Motion, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Instagram for Business Node
Select the Instagram for Business node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Instagram for Business
Click on the Instagram for Business node to configure it. You can modify the Instagram for Business URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Motion Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Instagram for Business node, select Motion from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Motion.

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Authenticate Motion
Now, click the Motion node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Motion settings. Authentication allows you to use Motion through Latenode.
Configure the Instagram for Business and Motion Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Instagram for Business and Motion Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Instagram for Business, Motion, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Instagram for Business and Motion integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Instagram for Business and Motion (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Instagram for Business and Motion
Instagram for Business + Motion + Slack: When a new media is posted in Instagram, search for a corresponding task in Motion based on the media description. If found, send a Slack message to a specific channel notifying the team about the new media and the associated Motion task.
Motion + Instagram for Business + Google Calendar: When a task is completed in Motion, post a photo to Instagram and schedule a follow-up event in Google Calendar a week later to check on progress related to the task.
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About Instagram for Business
Automate Instagram for Business tasks within Latenode to streamline marketing and social media management. Automatically post content, track engagement, and gather competitor insights. Route data to spreadsheets or CRMs. Latenode’s visual editor and flexible logic let you build custom workflows that adapt to changing needs without code.
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About Motion
Use Motion in Latenode to auto-schedule tasks and projects based on real-time data. Trigger Motion updates from other apps, or update other tools when Motion tasks change. Connect it to your CRM or calendar, and automate team workflows. The low-code editor simplifies customization, ensuring tasks are prioritized and deadlines are met across all platforms.
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FAQ Instagram for Business and Motion
How can I connect my Instagram for Business account to Motion using Latenode?
To connect your Instagram for Business account to Motion on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Instagram for Business and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Instagram for Business and Motion accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate Instagram ad campaign reporting in Motion?
Yes, easily! Latenode's visual editor allows you to pull Instagram for Business ad data into Motion projects, centralizing your marketing reports. Optimize campaigns faster with integrated insights!
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Instagram for Business with Motion?
Integrating Instagram for Business with Motion allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically create Motion tasks from new Instagram for Business leads.
- Log completed Motion tasks as Instagram for Business engagement metrics.
- Schedule Instagram for Business posts based on Motion project timelines.
- Generate Motion project summaries from Instagram for Business analytics.
- Sync Instagram for Business ad spend with Motion project budgets.
What kind of Instagram for Business data can Latenode access?
Latenode can access your Instagram for Business posts, stories, insights, ads data, and audience demographics for use in your workflows.
Are there any limitations to the Instagram for Business and Motion integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by the Instagram for Business API may affect high-volume workflows.
- Motion API access is required for full integration functionality.
- Historical data migration from Instagram for Business to Motion might need custom scripting.