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# Create new Media Source using Instagram Professional Account

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Easily integrate your **Instagram Professional Account** to start collecting media for your business needs. This guide walks you through the step-by-step process to create a new media source, helping you manage your visual content efficiently. If you're running an online business, connecting your Instagram account streamlines content management and enhances your digital presence.

### Table of Contents

[1. What is an Instagram Media Source?](#1-1-what-is-an-instagram-media-source)
[2. Why Link an Instagram Professional Account?](#1-2-why-link-an-instagram-professional-account)
[3. How to create new Media Source using Instagram Professional Account?](#1-3-how-to-create-new-media-source-using-instagram-professional-account)
*  [Method 1: Connect Your Current Account](#3-method-1-connect-your-current-account)
*  [Method 2: Add a New Account](#3-method-2-add-a-new-account)
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# 1. What is an Instagram Media Source?

An **Instagram Media Source** refers to your connected Instagram Professional account, allowing apps or services (like Socialwidget) to pull media content such as images and videos directly from your profile.

# 2. Why Link an Instagram Professional Account?

**Benefits of linking your Instagram Professional Account:**

* **Centralized media access** for streamlined content curation.
    
* **Time-saving automation** of media updates and publishing.
    
* **Improved branding consistency** by sourcing visuals directly from your account.

# 3. How to create new Media Source using Instagram Professional Account?

### Method 1: Connect Your Current Account

1. Go to your dashboard and choose **Add new source**.
    
2. Select : **Instagram with Facebook Page Business** > **Profile**
    
    ![Add new source screen](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/cb92164b6e8ef000/image_2dvjgv.png)
    
3. **Follow the prompts** to connect your existing Instagram Professional account via your linked Facebook Page.

> 💡 **Tip**: Ensure your Instagram account is already converted to a **Professional (Business or Creator) account** and connected to a **Facebook Page**.

### Method 2: Add a New Account

If you prefer not to use the currently connected account, you can easily add a new one.

1. On the same **Add new source** screen, click on **Add new account**.
    
2. **Log in** with the new Instagram credentials.
    
3. **Authorize permissions** and link the associated Facebook Page.
    
    ![Add new account screen](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/cb92164b6e8ef000/image_irn4uj.png)

> ⚠️ **Note**: Each Instagram Professional account must be linked to a Facebook Page to ensure proper integration.
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Connecting your Instagram Professional Account as a media source is a smart move for managing content efficiently. Whether you're using an existing account or adding a new one, this guide ensures a smooth setup. Take advantage of this integration to power up your content strategy and boost your online business presence.

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