Displaying your instagram feed on your website can be a great way to build followers and engage with those who follow you. It is recommended that you start by logging into the Instagram account that you are wanting to connect, then proceed with the instructions below. You'll find this plugin on the Admin screen, along the left-side menu.
Developer: https://smashballoon.com/instagram-feed
Documentation: https://smashballoon.com/docs/instagram/
Instructions for the Initial Setup
Step 1: Connect your Instagram account
Log into your website’s Wordpress Administration panel as a Board Admin, then go to Instagram Feed in the Wordpress menu, located down the left side of the screen.
Choose Instagram Feed/Settings
Under General/Manage Sources choose Add Source
Add a new Source
Choose Personal
Connect your Instagram Account
Connect with Instagram
It may ask you to login to your Instagram account unless you are already are logged in.
Click Allow
At the Security Confirmation pop up, confirm your domain and choose Yes, it is my domain
Your Instagram account should be added as a source at this time.
Step 2: Add an Instagram feed to your website
From the Feeds page, Select Add New
Select Feed Type
Select your Source (created earlier)
When it asks We’re almost there… choose NO thanks
Copy and paste the default embed code
[Instagram-feed feed=1]into the page you want the Instagram feed to appear on.Make any style adjustments from the Feeds by choosing the edit action (pen icon) next to the source and changing the settings in the left side panel.
Done!
Note: Before using this plugin, please review and ensure you understand the Known Issues, Optimal Settings and our Scope of Support.
Known Issues
Instagram Feed Update Delay
Please note that there is a known issue that has been reported regarding a delay in the Instagram feed updating. The issue has been reported by users from outside of the Membersplash network.
Note: We have observed some cases taking up to a 48-hour delay in the Instagram Feed updating on your website.
We have tested and ruled out any server-side issues at Membersplash, including caching layers.
While we cannot realistically step in as the dev team for other third-party plugin vendors, our dedicated Membersplash Dev team has taken extensive measures to try to address and mitigate the impact of this issue. Although we may not have complete control over it due to its external nature, we have diligently identified the most optimal settings to minimize its effects as much as possible. For the best results, please ensure you are using the optimal settings.
Optimal Settings
If you observe a delay in your Instagram Feed updating, please check to ensure you have the most optimal settings in place.
In this section:
How to Clear the Instagram Feed Plugin Cache
Instagram Feed > Settings > Feeds > ‘Caching’
Click on ‘Clear All Caches’
Clear the MS Varnish Cache through the Breeze Plugin by clicking on ‘Breeze’ > Hover over ‘Purge modules’ > Click on ‘Purge Varnish Cache’
How to Adjust the Instagram Feed Plugin Cache Settings
Instagram Feed > Settings > Feeds > ‘Caching’
Please take note of the caching settings. This plugin utilizes it’s own Cloud Caching methods. By default, the cache time is set to 12 hours.
You can modify these settings or ‘Clear All Caches’ immediately. Please be sure to click on the ‘Save Changes’ button after taking any actions in this section.
Enable the Load Initial Posts with AJAX Option
Instagram Feed > Settings > Advanced
Scroll down and ensure this setting ‘Load Initial Posts with AJAX’ is toggled to the On position
Click ‘Save Changes at the top or bottom of the screen.
Required Reading: Support Scope and Disclaimer for third-party plugins