InstaListScraper

Extract Instagram followers and following lists using GraphQL API

### InstaListScraper - Instagram List Extractor **Extract Instagram followers and following lists with ease!** InstaListScraper is a powerful Chrome extension that allows you to extract Instagram followers and following lists directly from any public Instagram profile. Using Instagram's official GraphQL API, this extension provides a fast, reliable, and privacy-focused way to export user data. ### ✨ Key Features **🔍 Fast & Reliable** - Uses Instagram's official GraphQL API (not DOM scraping) - More stable and faster than traditional scraping methods - Handles large lists efficiently (50,000+ users) **📊 Multiple Export Formats** - Export data as CSV for spreadsheet applications - Export as JSON for developers and data analysis - Clean, structured data format **🔒 Privacy-Focused** - All data stored locally in your browser - No data sent to external servers - Uses your existing Instagram session (same as browsing normally) **⚙️ Customizable Settings** - Adjustable delay between requests (rate limiting protection) - Real-time progress tracking - Stop/resume functionality **🎨 Modern Interface** - Clean, intuitive user interface - Easy-to-use popup for quick access - Comprehensive options page for data management ### 🚀 How to Use 1. **Install the extension** from Chrome Web Store 2. **Log in to Instagram** in your browser 3. **Click the extension icon** in your toolbar 4. **Enter a username** or Instagram profile URL 5. **Select Followers or Following** 6. **Click "Start Scraping"** and wait for completion 7. **Export your data** from the Options page ### 📋 Use Cases - **Social Media Managers**: Track follower growth and engagement - **Researchers**: Analyze Instagram network structures - **Developers**: Access Instagram data for applications - **Marketers**: Understand audience demographics - **Personal Use**: Keep track of your own followers/following ### 🛡️ Privacy & Security - **100% Local Storage**: All data is stored only in your browser - **No External Servers**: No data is transmitted to third parties - **Session-Based**: Uses your existing Instagram login session - **Open Source**: Transparent code you can review ### ⚠️ Important Notes - **Rate Limiting**: The extension includes built-in rate limiting to protect your account - **Terms of Service**: Please use responsibly and respect Instagram's Terms of Service - **Account Safety**: Excessive use may result in temporary account restrictions - **Public Profiles Only**: Works with public Instagram profiles ### 🔧 Technical Details - **API Method**: Instagram GraphQL API - **Query Hashes**: - Following: `58712303d941c6855d4e888c5f0cd22f` - Followers: `37479f2b8209594dde7facb0d904896a` - **Data Format**: Structured JSON with user details (username, full name, profile pic, verification status) - **Browser Support**: Chrome, Edge, Brave, and other Chromium-based browsers ### 📝 Data Fields Exported - Username - Full Name - Profile Picture URL - Verification Status - Followed By Viewer Status - Requested By Viewer Status ### 🆘 Support If you encounter any issues: 1. Make sure you're logged into Instagram 2. Check that the profile is public 3. Verify your internet connection 4. Try increasing the delay in settings ### ⚡ Performance - **Speed**: Fetches 50 users per request - **Efficiency**: Optimized pagination handling - **Memory**: Lightweight, minimal resource usage - **Stability**: Error handling and retry mechanisms ### 🔄 Updates We regularly update the extension to: - Maintain compatibility with Instagram changes - Improve performance and reliability - Add new features based on user feedback - Fix bugs and security issues ### 📜 License This extension is provided as-is for educational and personal use. Please respect Instagram's Terms of Service and use responsibly. ### 🙏 Disclaimer This extension is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Instagram or Meta. It is an independent tool that uses publicly available Instagram APIs. Users are responsible for complying with Instagram's Terms of Service and applicable laws. ---