Instagram CLI (Python Version)

A simple, human-friendly command-line tool to send and receive Instagram DMs using Python.

Features

• Login securely (password hidden)
• View your Instagram inbox
• Open and read chat threads
• Send direct messages
• Two-factor authentication support
• Logout

Requirements

• Python 3.11 (recommended)
• Instagram account

Setup

1. Clone or download this repository.
2. Create a virtual environment:

   python3.11 -m venv .venv
   source .venv/bin/activate

3. Install dependencies:

   pip install instagrapi colorama

4. Run the CLI:

   python main.py

Usage

• When prompted, enter your Instagram username and password (password input is hidden).
• Use the menu to view inbox, open chats, send DMs, logout, or exit.
• If two-factor authentication is enabled, enter the verification code when prompted.

Troubleshooting

• If you see import errors, make sure you have activated your virtual environment and installed all dependencies.
• This tool may not work with Python 3.14 or newer due to package compatibility. Use Python 3.11 for best results.

Security

• Passwords are never stored or displayed.
• No session data is saved locally; you must log in each time you run the CLI.

License

MIT

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Made with ❤️ by Geetansh Goyal