How to connect Instagram for Business and Todoist
Create a New Scenario to Connect Instagram for Business and Todoist
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 Todoist will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Instagram for Business or Todoist, 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 Todoist Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Instagram for Business node, select Todoist from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Todoist.

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Authenticate Todoist
Now, click the Todoist node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Todoist settings. Authentication allows you to use Todoist through Latenode.
Configure the Instagram for Business and Todoist 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 Todoist 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, Todoist, 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 Todoist integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Instagram for Business and Todoist (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 Todoist
Instagram for Business + Slack + Todoist: When new media is posted on Instagram, a message is sent to a designated Slack channel, and a task is created in Todoist to track the post's engagement.
Todoist + Instagram for Business + Buffer: When a new task is created in Todoist, the automation creates a related post on Instagram and schedules it using Buffer.
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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 Todoist
Tired of manual task management? Integrate Todoist with Latenode to automate task creation based on triggers from other apps. Update tasks, track progress, and sync data across your workflows. Latenode lets you customize logic and scale without code, connecting Todoist to your business processes for true automation.
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FAQ Instagram for Business and Todoist
How can I connect my Instagram for Business account to Todoist using Latenode?
To connect your Instagram for Business account to Todoist 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 Todoist accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I create Todoist tasks from new Instagram comments?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate task creation from Instagram for Business comments. This ensures you never miss a follow-up, boosting engagement and customer satisfaction.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Instagram for Business with Todoist?
Integrating Instagram for Business with Todoist allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Creating tasks for new followers on Instagram for Business.
- Adding a task to Todoist for each new Instagram for Business post.
- Generating tasks from direct messages on Instagram for Business.
- Adding comments from Instagram for Business to a Todoist project.
- Creating project tasks from ad campaign performance reports.
What Instagram for Business actions trigger workflows in Latenode?
Latenode triggers workflows from new followers, posts, comments, mentions, and incoming direct messages on Instagram for Business.
Are there any limitations to the Instagram for Business and Todoist 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 performance.
- Certain advanced Instagram for Business insights are not yet supported.
- Todoist task content is limited by Todoist's API restrictions.