The ultimate handbook on how to download your Instagram data from your computer and uncover who unfollowed you.

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Step 1: Click More on Your Profile

Access Instagram settings menu from your profile

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Overview

First step to download your Instagram data

Instructions

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Open Instagram in your web browser

Open Instagram in your web browser

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Make sure you're logged into your Instagram account
  • β€’ Use the latest version of your browser for best results
  • β€’ The More button is located at the bottom of the left sidebar
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Navigate to your profile page

Navigate to your profile page

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Look for the 'More' button in the sidebar

Look for the 'More' button in the sidebar

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Click on the 'More' button

Click on the 'More' button

Troubleshooting

Can't find the More button

Try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache

More button is not clickable

Check if you're using a supported browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

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Step 2: Click Settings

Open Instagram settings from the More menu

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Overview

Navigate to the settings page

Instructions

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A menu will appear after clicking More

A menu will appear after clicking More

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Settings is usually near the bottom of the More menu
  • β€’ Don't confuse it with 'Your activity' or other options
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Locate 'Settings' in the menu options

Locate 'Settings' in the menu options

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Click on 'Settings'

Click on 'Settings'

Troubleshooting

Settings option not visible

Scroll down in the More menu to find Settings

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Step 3: Click Accounts Center

Access Meta Accounts Center for data management

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Overview

Navigate to Accounts Center for data options

Instructions

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In Settings, look for 'Accounts Center' at the top

In Settings, look for 'Accounts Center' at the top

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Accounts Center manages data across Instagram, Facebook, and other Meta apps
  • β€’ This is a centralized location for all your data management needs
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Click on 'Accounts Center'

Click on 'Accounts Center'

Troubleshooting

Accounts Center not showing

Make sure your Instagram account is up to date

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Step 4: Click Your Information and Permissions

Access data management options

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Overview

Find your data download options

Instructions

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In Accounts Center, scroll down to find 'Your information and permissions'

In Accounts Center, scroll down to find 'Your information and permissions'

Pro Tip
  • β€’ This section includes download, transfer, and deletion options
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Click on it to expand the options

Click on it to expand the options

Troubleshooting

Option not visible

Try scrolling down in the Accounts Center page

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Step 5: Click Download Your Information

Start the data download process

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Overview

Initiate your data download request

Instructions

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Look for 'Download your information' option

Look for 'Download your information' option

Pro Tip
  • β€’ This will let you download all your Instagram data
  • β€’ The process may take some time depending on your account size
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Click on it to proceed

Click on it to proceed

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Step 6: Click Create Files

Finalize and create your data package

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Overview

Complete the download request

Instructions

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Review your selections

Review your selections

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Double-check your format selection before clicking
  • β€’ You'll get an email notification when files are ready
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Click 'Create files' button

Click 'Create files' button

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You'll receive a confirmation

You'll receive a confirmation

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Step 7: Select Accounts and Date Range

Choose which data to download

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Overview

Configure your download preferences

Instructions

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Select the Instagram account(s) you want data from

Select the Instagram account(s) you want data from

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Select 'All time' to get complete data
  • β€’ You can select multiple accounts if you manage more than one
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Choose the date range (usually 'All time' is selected)

Choose the date range (usually 'All time' is selected)

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Click Next or Continue

Click Next or Continue

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Step 8: Wait for Email Notification

Instagram will email you when data is ready

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Overview

Your data is being prepared

Instructions

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You'll receive an email from Instagram

You'll receive an email from Instagram

Pro Tip
  • β€’ Check the email address associated with your Instagram account
  • β€’ The email subject will be about your data download
  • β€’ Keep this browser tab open or bookmark the Accounts Center page
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This usually takes a few minutes to 48 hours

This usually takes a few minutes to 48 hours

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Check your spam folder if you don't see it

Check your spam folder if you don't see it

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The email will contain a download link

The email will contain a download link

Troubleshooting

Haven't received email after 48 hours

Go back to Accounts Center to check status or submit a new request

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Step 9: Upload to Our Website

Upload your data file to analyze unfollowers

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Overview

Analyze your Instagram data

Instructions

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Go to our homepage

Go to our homepage

Pro Tip
  • β€’ No need to unzip the file - upload the ZIP directly
  • β€’ All analysis happens in your browser - 100% private
  • β€’ The analysis usually takes just a few seconds
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Drag and drop your ZIP file or click to browse

Drag and drop your ZIP file or click to browse

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Wait for the analysis to complete

Wait for the analysis to complete

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View your detailed analytics!

View your detailed analytics!

Troubleshooting

Upload fails

Make sure the file is a valid Instagram data ZIP file

Wrong format error

Ensure you selected JSON format when requesting the download

Desktop Tutorial Tips

Before You Start

  • β€’Make sure you're using a modern web browser
  • β€’Log into your Instagram account on desktop
  • β€’Ensure you have a stable internet connection
  • β€’Have enough storage space for the data download

What to Expect

  • β€’Data request takes 15 minutes to 2 days
  • β€’You'll receive an email when data is ready
  • β€’Download will be a ZIP file with JSON data
  • β€’Process is completely free and secure

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