Skip to main content
kentmcpherson
kentmcpherson
Inspiring
Aug 21, 2018 3:26 PM UTC
Answered

LR/Instagram plugin just starting giving an error

I have been using the LR/Instagram plugin (registered) for some time.  Today, when I tried to publish, I got this popup and the photo in my library still says it's unpublished. However, it actually is on my Instagram account.  Anyone else seeing this?   How to fix?

    This topic is closed to new replies. Start a new post to keep the conversation going.
    StefanWieser
    StefanWieserCorrect answer
    Participant
    Aug 21, 2018 7:46 PM UTC

    Looks like Facebook is blocking direct upload from third-party developers like lightroom since August 2018 on their services (like instagram)

    See here for more details:

    Facebook authentication check failed

    View reply

    136 replies

    jim.northrup
    Participant
    Mar 1, 2021 3:40 AM UTC

    I just went into the plugin manager and hit reload plugin.  That did the trick.

    Translate
    ericw92588751
    Known Participant
    Mar 21, 2019 1:49 PM UTC

    I did not scan all the responses here, but in case it was not already mentioned...

    One possible solution to having to move images around to other locations (eg dropbox) where you can use an Instagram-friendly device to post to Instagram is to use your web browser set to simulate a mobile device. To do so, chose the Developer mode and select the mobile device to simulate and then log into your instagram account.  In that view of Instagram, all the features/buttons should be available and you can upload and caption a selected image.  Ya it isn't as convenient as having a plugin, but it is simply than doing the image file shuffle boogie just to get a posting to your account.

    For example, using Chrome on a Mac (shouldn't be that different with Firefox, Safari, or Opera .. or with a PC)

    Select the Developer mode:

    Select the device simulation mode. For Chrome, this is the device icon (overlaid rectangles), second from the left:


    On Chrome, this button will activate the device toolbar.

    Choose your desired mobile device from the Responsive drop down list:

    Et voilà. Log into your Instagram account and post images directly from your Mac/PC

    Translate
      GilbertoFBorges
      Participant
      Jul 2, 2019 5:50 PM UTC

      Thank you a lot!!

      Translate
      dayanep0101
      Participating Frequently
      Feb 1, 2019 2:00 AM UTC

      I am using a current version of the plugin 0.6.1594.

      I reinstalled the plugin and the LR and I still have no access.

      I install the plugin, you will "configure" I type the login and a password and it is a LOGIN_REQUIRED message.

      I received a login account in my personal email but no access is not authorized.

      I've tried several solutions and not success

      frustration!

      No assistance from Adobe or Intagram!

      Translate
        KR Seals
        Community Expert
        KR SealsCommunity Expert
        Community Expert
        Feb 1, 2019 2:05 AM UTC

        You should take this issue up with the author of the LR/Instagram plugin. Adobe nor Instagram have nothing to do with this.

        I just noticed that my Lrinstagram plugin is missing. I think a recent Win 10 is responsible. I had to reset some LR preferences.

        Try uninstalling and reinstall the plugin and enter your IG login information fresh.

        Translate
        Ken Seals - Nikon Z 9, Z 8, 14mm-800mm. Computer Win 11 Pro, I7-14700K, 64GB, RTX3070TI. Travel machine: 2021 MacBook Pro M1 MAX 64GB. All Adobe apps.
        dayanep0101
        Participating Frequently
        Feb 1, 2019 2:21 AM UTC

        Ja escrevi ao responsável pelo plugin, mas ele não retornou.

        Citei o instagram, porque recebo e-mail confirmando início de sessão, mas não tenho a opção de confirmar esse login.

        Acredito que isso funcionaria como uma autorização para o plugin.

        Solicitei apoio ao suporte do instagram e não obtive qualquer resposta. Nem aquela que dizia que a situação deveria ser tratada por outro meio.

        A adobe tambem não nos orienta sobre a possível existência de uma memória  de login.

        Já reinstalei o plugin  e até o LR e fiz todo o processo do início, partindo do zero, mas sem sucesso.

        Translate
        Onag
        Known Participant
        Jan 11, 2019 8:52 PM UTC

        I have come back to work after an absence since mid summer and find the same thing.  As others have stated, it is a political ie backend change.  My workaround is to make my collections shareable via Lightroom Mobile (whatever they are calling it this week) and uploading to Instagram from my iPad.  At least this way I can upload processed photos, if a bit of a pain.  Not nice for curating things, grr.  Do not install both versions of Lightroom on your desktop, that lead to serious catalogue trouble for a friend.

        Translate
        SyyyyyyB
        Inspiring
        Oct 10, 2018 3:05 PM UTC

        Just published two photos using version 1575. No problems or error messages.

        Translate
          thecharlesgwaugh
          thecharlesgwaugh
          Participant
          Oct 23, 2018 3:50 PM UTC

          FWIW:

          Win10

          LRInstagram build 1594

          Works like a charm!

          (yes, I had to delete the old plugin and reinstall the new.)

          Cheers!

          Charles

          Translate
            markp91110398
            Participant
            Sep 29, 2018 9:28 AM UTC

            I have the same issue as well with Mac OS Mojave, Lightroom Classic Updated, LR/INS ver. 1594. Nil value when logging in. Any updates chaps?

            Translate
            rawumber
            Known Participant
            Sep 21, 2018 7:20 AM UTC

            JJ50---what platform? Mac or windows? I did the same thing on windows 10 . No success. I get a confirmation that I m lodde in but in Light romm I get error

            Translate
            SyyyyyyB
            Inspiring
            Sep 25, 2018 9:26 PM UTC

            Was again able to post one photo using version 1575 and it looks sharpie focus. Have not tried subsequent versions.

            Translate
            JJ50
            Participant
            Sep 21, 2018 1:16 AM UTC

            Hi, I had the same problem and followed the instruction I read here: uninstalled the current version of LR/Instagram plugin and installed a new one from the developer's website.

            It worked!

            Thank you, guys!

            Translate
            rawumber
            Known Participant
            Sep 18, 2018 12:55 PM UTC

            upgraded to 1594 running latest LR classic on W10 . Login error can´t make it work... :-(

            It registers at Instagram as a login because for  every atempt I get an Email confirming the login...

            Translate
            pärj76777869
            Participant
            Sep 18, 2018 3:45 PM UTC

            I have exactly the same set up and experience the same problem.

            Translate
            johnrellis
            johnrellis
            Legend
            Sep 18, 2018 4:28 PM UTC

            The "readme.txt" file included in the plugin download lrinstagram_r1594.zip says:

            Release notes

            -------------

            Version 0.6.1594

            Added more analytics for login fail

            So it's clear the developer is still trying to resolve the login issue with the new Instagram protocol.  He doesn't appear to communicate through these forums, only by email.  (Adobe doesn't provide support for third-party plugins.)

            Translate
            Stefan60
            Stefan60
            Participant
            Sep 9, 2018 7:52 PM UTC

            In this case I see the person was uploading a PSD-file. In my case it happens with JPG-files too, only since last weeks.

            And on top of that about 1 month ago I payed the $10.

            Translate
            Show more replies
            Terms & ConditionsAccessibility statement
            Using the community Terms of use Privacy Cookie preferences Do not sell or share my personal information ad choicesAdChoices