What is Instagram's Advanced Protection?
Instagram's Advanced Protection Program is a robust security initiative tailored for accounts at elevated risk, such as those with substantial followings or significant influence. It fortifies account security to safeguard against unauthorized access, hacking, and phishing threats. A hallmark of this program is the mandatory use of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), ensuring continuous protection for enrolled accounts.
Connecting Instagram accounts with Advanced Protection to Sked Social
Great news for Sked Social users: our platform fully supports Instagram’s 2FA! Instagram offers two 2FA methods—text message verification and authentication apps—with the latter being Instagram’s preferred and more secure option. Sked Social seamlessly integrates with the authentication app method.
If you’re currently using text message-based 2FA, transitioning is straightforward. Simply set up 2FA via an authentication app, copy the 32-digit key provided by Instagram during setup, and input it into Sked Social. For step-by-step guidance, refer to our comprehensive guide:
Setting up app-based two-factor authentication for Instagram for teams sharing an Instagram account.
Once the authentication app is configured and linked to Sked Social, you can disable the text message option and reconnect your account to ensure a smooth setup. If you encounter any challenges, don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team, or schedule a call here!
What to do if you’re already using an Authentication App as your 2FA method
If you’re already using an authentication app, setting things up is super quick. Just hop into your Instagram account on the mobile app. Head to Settings > Accounts Center > Password and Security > Two-Factor Authentication > Authentication App > Add, and name the new user “Sked Social.”
Next head to step 4 of this article to finish up setup.
If you run into any trouble during setup, don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team via live chat, email or schedule a call here!
