Automate Instagram Reel Downloads with Google Drive Storage & Telegram Alerts

Instagram Reel Downloader & Logger Automate Instagram Reel Downloads, Storage, and Activity Logging

What does this workflow do?

Handles incoming webhook requests (ideal for Instagram/Facebook API triggers). Validates the webhook via challenge-response and custom verify token. Checks for messages from yourself (filtering automated/self-triggered runs). Downloads Instagram Reels from URLs posted to the webhook. Uploads the reel to Google Drive and retrieves the download URL. Logs reel details (status, URL, and timestamp) to a Google Sheet for record-keeping. Notifies you on Telegram with the download details and Google Drive link.

How does it work?

Webhook: Listens for new messages/events (custom webhook endpoint for Meta). Validation: Confirms webhook subscribe/challenge and verify token from Meta API. Sender Check: Ignores messages unless they match your configured sender/recipient. Download Reel: Fetches the reel/attachment from Instagram using received URLs. Timestamp Gen: Adds a precise timestamp and ISO-based unique ID to the activity log. Upload to Drive: Saves the downloaded reel in a preset Google Drive folder. Log to Sheet: Updates a Google Sheet with the reel’s status, URL, and timestamp. Telegram Alert: Instantly notifies you when a new reel is downloaded and logged.

What do I need to make this work?

A registered webhook endpoint (from your Meta/Instagram app configuration). A Google Drive and Google Sheets account (OAuth2 connected to n8n). A Telegram Bot and Chat ID setup to receive download completion messages. The correct verify_token in your webhook event source matches your template (‘youtube-automation-n8n-token’ by default). Update your Drive/Sheet/Bot credentials as per your n8n instance’s environment.

Why use this?

Fully automates the collection and archival of Instagram Reels. Centralizes content download, backup, and activity records for your automation flows. Provides instant monitoring and archival of each event.

Setup Tips:

Make sure your webhook path and Meta app configuration match (/n8n-template-insta-webhook). Double-check the Google credentials and the sheet’s tab IDs/names. Replace the Telegram and Google connection credentials with your own securely.

Use this as a foundation for any Instagram/Facebook-based automations in n8n, and customize as your automation stack evolves!

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Saves time, automates digital content management, and notifies users in real-time.