Step 7: Configure Date Range and Create Files
Learn how to configure "Date range" settings, choose "All time", save settings, and click "Create files".
Overview
Before Instagram creates your data files, you need to configure the date range for the data. This step shows you how to set up the date range and initiate the file creation process.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Configure Date Range Settings
Look for "Date range" settings and click on it to configure the time period for your data.
- Date range determines how far back your data goes
- For complete unfollower analysis, you want all historical data
Choose All Time
Select "All time" to get your complete followers and following history from when you started using Instagram.
- All time gives you the most comprehensive data
- This ensures you do not miss any follower changes
- Historical data helps identify long-term unfollowing patterns
Save Settings
Click "Save" to confirm your date range selection and other settings.
- Make sure all your settings are correct before saving
- You may not be able to change settings after saving
Click Create Files
Finally, click "Create files" to start the process of generating your Instagram data files.
- This initiates the data preparation process
- Instagram will now prepare your files for download
- The process may take some time depending on your data size
Troubleshooting
Date range options not visible
Make sure you have proceeded through all previous steps correctly. Try going back and ensuring all selections are made.
Create files button not working
Ensure you have saved your settings first. All configuration must be complete before creating files.