Can I link specific Instagram posts from multiple accounts to page thumbnails in Webflow?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, you can link specific Instagram posts from multiple accounts to page thumbnails in Webflow. Here's how you can achieve this:

  1. Obtain Instagram Access Token: To fetch Instagram content, you'll need an access token. Follow these steps to generate one:
  • Create a Facebook Developer account (if you don't have one already).
  • Create a new app.
  • Add the Instagram Basic Display product to your app.
  • Generate a long-lived access token.
  • Make a note of the access token.
  1. Install an Instagram Feed Widget: Install a third-party Instagram feed widget in Webflow to display the Instagram posts on your page thumbnails. Some popular widget options include Lightwidget and SnapWidget. These widgets allow you to customize the appearance of your feed and generate the necessary embed code.

  2. Set Up Instagram Feed Widget: Once you've installed the widget and obtained the embed code, follow these steps to set it up in Webflow:

  • In Webflow, go to the Designer and navigate to the page where you want to display the Instagram posts.
  • Add an Embed element to the page where you want the widget to appear.
  • Paste the embed code provided by the widget into the Embed element.
  • Preview and publish your site to see the Instagram posts displayed in the page thumbnails.
  1. Customize the Feed: Depending on the widget you choose, you may have options to customize the feed further. These options usually include choosing the number of posts, the layout, and the size of the thumbnails.

By following these steps, you can link specific Instagram posts from multiple accounts to page thumbnails in Webflow, allowing you to showcase your Instagram content directly on your website.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I generate an Instagram access token?
  2. What are some popular Instagram feed widget options for Webflow?
  3. Can I customize the appearance of the Instagram feed in Webflow?