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Instagram Comments Scraper
Scrape Instagram comments on public Instagram profiles. Scrape data such as post ID, text, position, timestamp, username, and more.
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- Free tier - 5K records a month for free
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- Bulk request handling, up to 5K URLs
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Data Collection
- Automated proxy management
- Full browser rendering
- CAPTCHA solving
Performance at Scale
- Unlimited concurrency
- Batch & scheduled collection
- Job management APIs
Data Delivery
- Data validation & discovery
- Data parsing (JSON or CSV)
- Webhook or API delivery
CODE EXAMPLES
Easily scrape Instagram data without worrying about being blocked.
Input
JSON
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer API_TOKEN" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '[{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/cats_of_instagram/reel/C4GLo_eLO2e/"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/catsofinstagram/p/CesFC7JLyFl/?img_index=1"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/cats_of_instagram/reel/C2TmNOVMSbG/"}]' "https://api.brightdata.com/datasets/v3/trigger?dataset_id=gd_ltppn085pokosxh13&format=json&uncompressed_webhook=true"
Output
JSON
[
{
"db_source": "1784240674482",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVrh8WLxBy-",
"comment_user": "han***_th***ost***",
"comment_user_url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hannah_the_bostie",
"comment_date": "2026-03-15T23:32:02.000Z",
"comment": "You\u0027re my boy Blue! @ferrellwill_",
"likes_number": 0
},
{
"db_source": "1784240674482",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVrh8WLxBy-",
"comment_user": "han***_th***ost***",
"comment_user_url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hannah_the_bostie",
"comment_date": "2026-03-15T23:28:09.000Z",
"comment": "So happy for everyone!!",
"likes_number": 0
},
{
"db_source": "1784240674482",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVrh8WLxBy-",
"comment_user": "cmi***bos***",
"comment_user_url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cmitchbos",
"comment_date": "2026-03-15T17:22:54.000Z",
"comment": "Yeah this made me cry. You are so wonderful to be helping animals find their fur-ever homes ❤️❤️❤️",
"likes_number": 0
},
{
"db_source": "1784240674482",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVrh8WLxBy-",
"comment_user": "han***dio***ina***",
"comment_user_url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hannahdioselina",
"comment_date": "2026-03-14T20:45:19.000Z",
"comment": "What a sweet sweet baby!",
"likes_number": 0
},
{
"db_source": "1784240674482",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DVrh8WLxBy-",
"comment_user": "the***ned***ybr***",
"comment_user_url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theskineditbybrit",
"comment_date": "2026-03-13T12:10:37.000Z",
"comment": "Blu is the absolute cutest sweetest baby omg",
"likes_number": 0
}
]
Input
JSON
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer API_TOKEN" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '[{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/p/Cuf4s0MNqNr"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/p/DP861NijuwE"}]' "https://api.brightdata.com/datasets/v3/trigger?dataset_id=gd_lk5ns7kz21pck8jpis&format=json&uncompressed_webhook=true"
Output
JSON
[
{
"db_source": "1784143874161",
"timestamp": "2026-07-15",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DREdllLDePe",
"user_posted": "paulziemiak",
"description": "Viva Polonia an Rhein und Ruhr! \n 🇩🇪 🇵🇱 \n\nWusstet ihr, dass Millionen Menschen in Nordrhein-Westfalen polnische Vorf...",
"hashtags": [
"#NRW."
],
"num_comments": 11,
"date_posted": "2025-11-15T08:03:54.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784143874161",
"timestamp": "2026-07-15",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DJeauFvT6GZ",
"user_posted": "theindianidiot",
"description": "🙏🏾",
"hashtags": null,
"num_comments": 350,
"date_posted": "2025-05-10T13:47:56.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784143874161",
"timestamp": "2026-07-15",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQwBJGXCEbg",
"user_posted": "gretchenrole",
"description": "+32 🎂 \n#harrypotter #harrypottercake",
"hashtags": [
"#harrypotter",
"#harrypottercake"
],
"num_comments": 123,
"date_posted": "2025-11-07T08:49:40.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784143874161",
"timestamp": "2026-07-15",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DQpbapXjtak",
"user_posted": "bb.realestates",
"description": "Wie läuft die Vermarktung in Zusammenarbeit mit Berenfänger \u0026 Bechtold ab?👨🏻💻\n\n#bbrealestate #berenfaengerbechtold #...",
"hashtags": [
"#bbrealestate",
"#berenfaengerbechtold",
"#immobilien",
"#architecture",
"#realestate",
"#luxuryhomes",
"#interior",
"#immobilienmakler"
],
"num_comments": 0,
"date_posted": "2025-11-04T20:06:25.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784143874161",
"timestamp": "2026-07-15",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DQN2K_UgRU0",
"user_posted": "eluniversalmx",
"description": "Con una sonrisa en el rostro y saludando al público, Pato entró con un saco de color negro con distintos diseños que rea...",
"hashtags": null,
"num_comments": 0,
"date_posted": "2025-10-25T03:00:30.000Z"
}
]
Input
JSON
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer API_TOKEN" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '[{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/cats_of_world_/"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/dogsofinstagram/"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/zoobarcelona"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/australiazoo"}]' "https://api.brightdata.com/datasets/v3/trigger?dataset_id=gd_l1vikfch901nx3by4&format=json&uncompressed_webhook=true"
Output
JSON
[
{
"db_source": "1784219997127",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"account": "per***al6***",
"fbid": "17841408129439387",
"id": "7995102981",
"followers": 311,
"posts_count": 299,
"is_business_account": false
},
{
"db_source": "1784219997127",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"account": "two***gry***z",
"fbid": "17841405536463091",
"id": "5704728548",
"followers": 4124,
"posts_count": 896,
"is_business_account": true
},
{
"db_source": "1784219997127",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"account": "lal***ino***",
"fbid": "17841416026635432",
"id": "15883462221",
"followers": 16,
"posts_count": 0,
"is_business_account": false
},
{
"db_source": "1784219997127",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"account": "tat***lbm***",
"fbid": "17841405236157659",
"id": "5181278538",
"followers": 425,
"posts_count": 290,
"is_business_account": false
},
{
"db_source": "1784219997127",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"account": "_pr***nka***ly",
"fbid": "17841408439012724",
"id": "8501793300",
"followers": 6,
"posts_count": 0,
"is_business_account": false
}
]
Input
JSON
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer API_TOKEN" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '[{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5Rdyj_q7YN/"},{"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reel/C85BZjeSHuO"}]' "https://api.brightdata.com/datasets/v3/trigger?dataset_id=gd_lyclm20il4r5helnj&format=json&uncompressed_webhook=true"
Output
JSON
[
{
"db_source": "1784201296488",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DKwdVZpyVYr\/",
"user_posted": "meeuniq",
"description": null,
"hashtags": null,
"num_comments": 0,
"date_posted": "2025-06-11T10:29:00.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784201296488",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DO8hfSFCe6d\/",
"user_posted": "realityclubfox",
"description": "Watch out for Aunt Hilda! 🪄\n\nStream the latest episode of Celebrity #WeakestLinkFOX, now on @hulu!",
"hashtags": [
"#WeakestLinkFOX,"
],
"num_comments": 3,
"date_posted": "2025-09-23T13:01:42.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784201296488",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DPwPBdDDmV7\/",
"user_posted": "mommysbestgift",
"description": "Si los ves con la tablet, hemos creado unas normas, no hace falta que me vengan a decir que necesitan aburrirse … ya lo ...",
"hashtags": [
"#lifestyle",
"#maternidadreal",
"#funmom",
"#relatable",
"#mamamultiple",
"#trillizos",
"#maternidad",
"#realmotherhood"
],
"num_comments": 2,
"date_posted": "2025-10-13T15:00:00.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784201296488",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CyqUOrRMG0O\/",
"user_posted": "roz.fashions",
"description": "عباية الكيب اللنن توفرت من جديد \nالسعر ٦ دينار \nمقاسات من سمول الى دبل اكس لارج \nللطلب على الواتسب ٣٩٥٩٠٩٥٩",
"hashtags": null,
"num_comments": 0,
"date_posted": "2023-10-21T12:40:13.000Z"
},
{
"db_source": "1784201296488",
"timestamp": "2026-07-16",
"url": "https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ChuiZYRgmrG\/",
"user_posted": "kanda.le.lo",
"description": "BIRD EYE VIEW OF QUEEN NECKLACE \nRAW VS COLOUR GRADING ❤️\n-\n-\n-\n#iamkanda #vnedits #mumbai #mymumbai #queennecklace #mum...",
"hashtags": [
"#iamkanda",
"#vnedits",
"#mumbai",
"#mymumbai",
"#queennecklace",
"#mumbaikar",
"#reelsinstagram",
"#reel"
],
"num_comments": 27,
"date_posted": "2022-08-26T15:12:13.000Z"
}
]
Effortlessly scrape Instagram Comments data
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We have set the gold standard for ethical and compliant web data practices. Our peer network is built on trust, with every member personally opting in and the guarantee of zero personal data collection. We champion the collection of only publicly available data, backed by an industry-leading Know Your Customer process and a transparent Acceptable Use Policy. Our global, multilingual Compliance & Ethics team, the first of its kind, ensures we stay ahead of regulatory changes and best practices.
DEPLOY FASTER
Scrape Instagram Comments with one API call
Data Discovery
Detecting data structures and patterns to ensure efficient, targeted extraction of data.
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Reduce server load and optimize data collection for high-volume scraping tasks.
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Efficiently converts raw HTML into structured data, easing data integration and analysis.
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Ensure data reliability and save time on manual checks and preprocessing.
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Never worry about proxies and CAPTCHAs again
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- Custom Headers
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API for Seamless Instagram Comments Data Access
Comprehensive, Scalable, and Compliant Web Data Extraction
API for Seamless Instagram Comments Data Access
Comprehensive, Scalable, and Compliant Web Data Extraction
Tailored to your workflow
Get structured data in JSON, NDJSON, or CSV files through Webhook or API delivery.
Built-in infrastructure and unblocking
Get maximum control and flexibility without maintaining proxy and unblocking infrastructure. Easily scrape data from any geo-location while avoiding CAPTCHAs and blocks.
Battle-proven infrastructure
Bright Data’s platform powers over 20,000+ companies worldwide, offering peace of mind with 99.99% uptime, access to 400M+ real user IPs covering 195 countries.
Industry leading compliance
Our privacy practices comply with data protection laws, including the EU data protection regulatory framework, GDPR, and CCPA.
Instagram Comments Scraper use cases
Voice of customer research
Comments are where unfiltered consumer opinions live. Unlike surveys or focus groups, Instagram comments capture spontaneous, unsolicited reactions to products, campaigns, and brand moments in the exact language customers use. Extract comment threads at scale to identify recurring pain points, product requests, and praise patterns — then feed those signals directly into product development, messaging, and customer experience decisions.
Sentiment and reputation monitoring
A sudden spike in negative comments on a product post can signal a PR crisis hours before it surfaces anywhere else. Monitor comment sentiment across your own and competitor posts in real time to catch reputational risks early, track how audience perception shifts across campaigns, and measure the emotional response to specific announcements, launches, or controversies. Comment-level data gives you the granularity that aggregated engagement metrics simply cannot.
Community and engagement analysis
The depth and quality of a comment section reveals far more about a community than follower counts or like totals ever could. Analyze comment frequency, reply thread depth, recurring commenter profiles, and the ratio of meaningful interactions to generic responses to assess true audience engagement. Use this data to evaluate influencer community health, identify your most vocal brand advocates, and understand which content formats spark the most genuine conversation.
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Scraped data is ethically obtained and compliant with all privacy laws.
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Access 400 million+ global IPs to scrape data from any website.
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Advanced technologies and validation methods for quality data.
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Scrape high-volume data without getting blocked.
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Instagram Comments Scraper API FAQs
What is the Instagram Comments Scraper API?
The Instagram Comments Scraper API is a powerful tool designed to automate data extraction from the Instagram Comments website, allowing users to efficiently gather and process large volumes of data for various use cases.
How does the Instagram Comments Scraper API work?
The Instagram Comments Scraper API works by sending automated requests to targeted website, extracting the necessary data points, and delivering them in a structured format. This process ensures accurate and quick data collection.
Is the Instagram Comments Scraper API compliant with data protection regulations?
Yes, the Instagram Comments Scraper API is designed to comply with data protection regulations, including GDPR and CCPA. It ensures that all data collection activities are performed ethically and legally.
Can I use the Instagram Comments Scraper API for competitive analysis?
Absolutely! The Instagram Comments Scraper API is ideal for competitive analysis, allowing you to gather insights into your competitors' activities, trends, and strategies.
How can I integrate the Instagram Comments Scraper API with my existing systems?
The Instagram Comments Scraper API offers flawless integration with various platforms and tools. You can use it with your existing data pipelines, CRM systems, or analytics tools to improve your data processing capabilities.
Is there a free tier available for the Instagram Comments Scraper API?
Yes! Every new Bright Data account automatically includes 5,000 free credits per month (approximately $7.50 in value) — no credit card required, no promo code, no commitment. These credits apply to Scrapers (including the Instagram Comments Scraper API), as well as the Unlocker API and SERP API. Credits renew on the 1st of each month, and you can start making API calls immediately after signing up.
What happens when my free credits run out while using the Instagram Comments Scraper API?
When your 5,000 free monthly credits are exhausted, behavior depends on your account balance. If you have pre-deposited funds, usage continues seamlessly at standard PAYG rates with no interruption. If you have no deposited funds, requests will return an error until you add funds or until your credits renew on the 1st of the following month. Note that unused free credits do not roll over.
To avoid interruptions, you can enable auto-recharge in your billing settings at brightdata.com/cp/billing/settings.
What are the usage limits for the Instagram Comments Scraper API?
There are no specific usage limits for the Instagram Comments Scraper API, offering you the flexibility to scale as needed.
Do you provide support for the Instagram Comments Scraper API?
Yes, we offer dedicated support for the Instagram Comments Scraper API. Our support team is available 24/7 to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter while using the API.
What delivery methods are available?
Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Google PubSub, Microsoft Azure Storage, Snowflake, and SFTP.
What file formats are available?
JSON, NDJSON, JSON lines, CSV, and .gz files (compressed).
