Did You Know You Can Log Into Facebook Using Instagram? Here's How It Works

Last Updated: March 09, 2024, 10:00 IST

Delhi, India

At a time when scrolling on social media platforms like Instagram has become a part of daily life, we all look for convenience. Thus, the ability to log into multiple social media platforms using a single app has become a game-changer.

For instance, you can now seamlessly log into Facebook using your Instagram account.

You may have noticed that when posting stories on Instagram, an option often pops up asking if you'd like to share the same story on Facebook. While many choose to decline, this automatic linkage between Facebook and Instagram accounts occurs because they are often connected when used on the same device.

Have you tried it before? In case you encountered difficulties attempting to log into Facebook through Instagram, here is a simple guide on how to do it seamlessly.

Step 1: Start with opening your Instagram account.

Step 2: At the bottom right corner, top on your profile icon.

Step 3: Next, tap on the menu icon at the top right corner.

Step 4: Select “Settings and Privacy.

Step 5: Choose “Account Center.

Step 6: Make sure that your Facebook account has already been added.

Step 7: Go back and select “Log into Other Apps.

Step 8: Select “Advanced.

Step 9: Top on your Instagram account.

Step 10: Finally, the last step is to enable your Facebook account to allow signing in using your Instagram credentials.

Step 11: Now close the app and open Facebook.

Log In To Your Facebook Account Using Instagram On Desktop

Step 1: Begin by opening your browser and navigating to Instagram.

Step 2: Log in to your Instagram account.

Step 3: Click on your profile icon. It is located at the bottom left corner.

Step 4: Look for the settings option.

Step 5: Tap on “Settings and Privacy.

Step 6: Now, search for the Meta Account Center.

Step 7: Select “Connected Experiences”. This option is located at the top left side.

Step 8: On the right side, tap on “Log in with Other Accounts”.

Step 9: Click on “Advanced.

Step 10: Now, enable your Facebook account to allow signing in using your Instagram credentials. And you're good to go.

This process will enable seamless sharing of content on both apps.