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https://github.com/ammaar-alam/instagram-checker
Web application to analyze Instagram followers and following data, identifying non-mutual connections using a C-based analyzer hosted on Heroku.
https://github.com/ammaar-alam/instagram-checker
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Web application to analyze Instagram followers and following data, identifying non-mutual connections using a C-based analyzer hosted on Heroku.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/ammaar-alam/instagram-checker
- Owner: Ammaar-Alam
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-10-15T18:13:33.000Z (2 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-10-21T01:32:27.000Z (2 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2024-10-22T21:06:21.520Z (2 months ago)
- Topics: c, heroku, instagram, instagram-follower, json, python, webapp
- Language: C
- Homepage: https://instagram-checker-b38e2b3eb69a.herokuapp.com/
- Size: 5.04 MB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Instagram Follower Analyzer
## Description
Instagram Follower Analyzer is a web application that allows users to download their Instagram followers and following data as JSON files and analyze them to identify:
- **Users who do not follow you back**
- **Accounts you do not follow back**
The analysis is performed using a C program hosted on Heroku, providing a seamless experience without the need for local installation or compilation.
## Table of Contents
- [Features](#features)
- [Accessing the Web Application](#accessing-the-web-application)
- [Running Locally](#running-locally)
- [Downloading Instagram Data](#downloading-instagram-data)
- [Preparing JSON Files](#preparing-json-files)
- [Contributing](#contributing)
- [License](#license)
## Features
- **Download Followers and Following Data:** Easily obtain your Instagram followers and following information in JSON format.
- **Identify Non-Mutual Connections:** Get clear lists of who doesn't follow you back and whom you don't follow back.
- **Web-Based Analyzer:** Access the tool directly through a web interface without the need for local setup.
## Accessing the Web Application
You can access the Instagram Follower Analyzer directly through the following link:
[Instagram Follower Analyzer on Heroku](https://instagram-checker-b38e2b3eb69a.herokuapp.com/)
This web application allows you to upload your JSON files and view the analysis results online.
## Running Locally
To run the application locally, follow these steps:
1. **Clone the Repository:**
```bash
git clone https://github.com/your-username/instagram-follower-analyzer.git
```
2. **Navigate to the Project Directory:**
```bash
cd instagram-follower-analyzer
```
3. **Install Dependencies:**
Navigate to the client directory and install the necessary npm packages:
```bash
cd client
npm install
```
4. **Start the Client:**
Run the following command to start the client-side application:
```bash
npm start
```
5. **Start the Server:**
If you have a server component, navigate to the server directory and start the server:
```bash
cd ../server
python app.py
```
Ensure that any necessary environment variables are set up for the server to run correctly.
## Downloading Instagram Data
To analyze your Instagram followers and following, you need to download your data from Instagram. Follow these steps:
1. **Open Instagram App:**
Tap the 
icon in the bottom right to go to your profile.
2. **Access More Options:**
Tap the 
icon in the top right, then tap 
**Your activity**.
3. **Download Your Information:**
- Under **Information you shared with Instagram**, tap 
**Download your information**.
- **Request a Download:**
1. Enter your email address where you'd like to receive the download link.
2. Tap **Request a download**.
- **Select Information:**
1. Choose **Select types of information**.
2. Scroll down and select **Followers and following**.
- **Select File Options:**
1. **Format:** JSON
2. **Date Range:** All time
- **Submit Request:**
Tap **Submit request**.
4. **Receive Download Link:**
You'll receive an email titled "Your Instagram Data" with a link to download your data. This might take up to 24 hours.
## Preparing JSON Files
1. **Download the Data:**
Click on the download link in your email and save the ZIP file to your computer.
2. **Extract the ZIP File:**
```bash
unzip your_instagram_data.zip -d instagram_data
```
3. **Locate JSON Files:**
After extraction, navigate to the `instagram_data` directory to find the following JSON files:
- `followers.json`
- `following.json`
These files are required for analysis on the web application.
## Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please follow these steps:
1. **Fork the Repository.**
2. **Create a New Branch:**
```bash
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
```
3. **Commit Your Changes:**
```bash
git commit -m "Add some feature"
```
4. **Push to the Branch:**
```bash
git push origin feature/your-feature-name
```
5. **Open a Pull Request.**
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.