August 16, 2026 · 6 min read
Instagram Messaging API Setup and Permissions Guide
The **Instagram Messaging API** allows businesses to automate DMs, story mentions, and comment replies at scale.
Prerequisites & Setup
Requires an Instagram Professional Account linked to a Facebook Page, with message access permissions enabled.
For strategies, see our Instagram DM sales guide.
Refer to Meta's Instagram Platform Docs.
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BozLat AI handles Meta API permissions seamlessly. See our pricing page.
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