Save Instagram following / followers to Microsoft Excel

Interested in simplifying your Instagram follower or following analysis? This playbook has you covered. It efficiently scrapes the followers or following from the currently opened Instagram profile page and saves the information to Microsoft Excel. Note: click on "followers" first and only then run the playbook!

Managing follower or following data manually can be time-consuming and error-prone. With our playbook, you can avoid the hassle of manual tracking and ensure accurate data collection.

Imagine having easy access to a comprehensive list of followers or following, neatly organized in your Excel workbook. Whether you're analyzing your own follower base for engagement trends, conducting competitor research, or identifying potential collaborators, this automation accelerates your workflow, allowing you to focus on meaningful insights and connections.

Let’s set it up!

Step 1: Pin the playbook and integrate Microsoft Excel 

First, click the “Pin it” button at the top of this page to save this automation. You will be redirected to install the browser extension when you run it for the first time. Bardeen will also prompt you to integrate Microsoft Excel.

Click on the playbook card, and the setup flow will start. Bardeen will ask you to specify a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to store the information. You can choose an existing sheet or create a new one.

Bardeen will also ask you to specify the number of followers you want to extract. 

Click on “Save Input” and checkmark Microsoft Excel. This will save you time in the future when you run the automation again. You can edit Inputs later by hovering over the playbook. 

Step 2: Run the playbook to save Instagram following/followers to Microsoft Excel

Press Option + B on Mac or Alt + B on a Windows machine on your keyboard to launch Bardeen. Go to an instagram profile and click on the “followers” tab first. Then you can click on the playbook card and run the playbook. It will scrape the followers or following from the currently opened Instagram profile page and save the information to Microsoft Excel. It will save information like name, handle, image and link to your database.

Why Export Your Instagram Followers List?

Exporting your Instagram followers list is a smart move for any account owner. It allows you to keep a backup of your valuable audience data, analyze your followers' demographics and behaviors, and track your growth over time. Here are some key reasons to export your list:

1. Keep a backup of your follower data
2. Imagine if something happened to your Instagram account - a hack, a glitch, or an accidental deletion. Having a backup of your followers list ensures you don't lose that valuable data. Exporting your list to a spreadsheet at regular intervals gives you peace of mind and a safety net.
3. Analyze your audience for insights
4. When your followers list is in a spreadsheet format, you can easily sort, filter and analyze the data. You can gain insights into your followers' locations, when they typically engage with your content, and other patterns. These insights can inform your content strategy and posting times to better reach your audience. For example, if you notice most of your followers are from New York, you may want to scrape data during Eastern Time hours.
5. Identify potential brand advocates and partners
6. As you scan through your exported followers list, you may spot some individuals who are particularly engaged with your content or who have a strong following themselves. These could be potential brand advocates, influencers or partners you may want to reach out to for collaborations. Having your list exported makes it easier to identify and connect with these valuable contacts. You could filter your spreadsheet for followers with over 10,000 followers of their own, for instance, to find potential influencer partners.
7. Track your audience growth
8. Exporting your Instagram followers list at regular intervals, such as once per month, allows you to track your audience growth over time. You can compare your exported spreadsheets to see how many new followers you gained each month. This gives you a tangible way to measure your account's growth and see if your marketing efforts are paying off. For example, if you ran an Instagram ad campaign last month, you could compare your before-and-after exported lists to see how many new followers the campaign brought in.

Keeping a backup of your follower data, analyzing your audience, finding potential partners, and measuring your growth - these are just a few of the key benefits of exporting your Instagram followers list. Taking a few minutes to export your list can pay off in valuable insights and peace of mind.

Next up in this guide, we'll walk you through exactly how to export your Instagram followers step-by-step, even if you've never done it before. You'll learn the simple process to download your followers so you can start reaping the benefits of having your list backed up and accessible in spreadsheet format. Let's dive in! For additional tips, check out our prospect list building guide.

Step-by-Step Guide to Download Your Instagram Followers List

While Instagram doesn't offer a built-in way to export your followers list, you can use third-party tools to download your followers into a spreadsheet format like CSV or Excel. These tools, like Bardeen, are typically available as web apps or browser extensions, but it's important to choose a reputable one that doesn't require your Instagram password and complies with Instagram's policies. Here's a simple guide to downloading your followers list from Instagram:

1. Find a reputable Instagram follower export tool
2. There are various Instagram follower export tools available, so do your research to find a well-reviewed and trusted one. Look for a tool that operates as a web app or browser extension, so you don't have to download any software. Check reviews and ratings to ensure the tool is reliable and complies with Instagram's terms of service. Avoid any tools that require your Instagram password, as that can compromise your account security.
3. Authorize the tool to access your Instagram account
4. Once you've chosen an Instagram follower export tool, you'll need to authorize it to access your Instagram account. This typically involves logging into your Instagram account through the tool's website or browser extension. The tool will then request permission to view your profile information and follower list. Make sure to review the permissions carefully and only grant access to a tool you trust.
5. Enter your Instagram username and initiate the export
6. After authorizing the tool, you'll need to enter your Instagram username into the designated field. Double check that you've entered your username correctly, then click the button to initiate the follower list export. The tool will then begin extracting your followers list, which may take a few minutes depending on how many followers you have. Be patient and let the tool run its course.
7. Download your exported Instagram followers spreadsheet
8. Once the export process is complete, the tool will provide you with a downloadable file of your Instagram followers list, typically in CSV or Excel format. The exported spreadsheet will usually include data points like each follower's username, full name, bio, website, follower/following counts, and engagement rate. Some tools may provide additional insights as well. Download the spreadsheet file to your computer so you can open it and analyze the data as needed.

By following these steps and using a reputable third-party tool, you can successfully download a list of your Instagram followers into a spreadsheet format. This allows you to backup your follower data, analyze your audience, and track your growth over time, as covered in the previous section. For more advanced data extraction techniques, consider using tools to scrape data from websites.

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Conclusions

Exporting your Instagram followers list is a simple yet powerful way to gain valuable insights into your audience. This guide covered the key reasons to download your followers list and provided a step-by-step process using third-party tools.

Here's a recap of what we discussed:

• Why exporting your Instagram followers list is beneficial, from keeping a backup to analyzing audience demographics and identifying potential collaborators.
• How to download your Instagram followers list using a reputable third-party tool, even though Instagram doesn't provide a native export feature.

By mastering the art of exporting your Instagram followers list, you'll be well-equipped to make data-driven decisions to grow your account. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve your Instagram strategy - your future follower count depends on it!