Automatically detect and reply to Instagram reels in your chats

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Version
1.0.0
Update
April 28, 2025
Size
605KiB
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Users
0
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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InstaReply Extension

Ever been bombarded with Instagram Reels and felt overwhelmed trying to respond? We've solved that problem. InstaReply is your AI-powered sidekick that automatically crafts personalized, authentic responses to Reels in your DMs—so you can maintain connections without the constant interruptions.

Why do you need it?
• Save time when friends send you multiple Reels in a row
• Never feel guilty about leaving Reels \"on read\"
• Maintain your social connections even when you're busy
• Replies are personalized to the actual content of each Reel

Key features:
📱 Automatic Reel detection in DMs
🧠 Content analysis of each Reel
💬 Personalized response generation
⚡ Instant or scheduled replies
🔒 Complete privacy protection

How it works:
→ The extension runs only on Instagram.com when you have DMs open
→ When a Reel appears in your chat, it captures and analyzes the content
→ Google's Gemini AI generates a brief, natural-sounding reply
→ The response is automatically sent or queued for your approval (your choice)

🚀 Get started
Install the free Instagram Reel Responder extension in Chrome.
Configure your response style preferences.
Pin it to your toolbar for easy access to settings.

Ready to reclaim your time while keeping your Instagram connections strong? Add InstaReply to your Chrome browser today!

❓FAQs
● How does Instagram Reel Responder work?
○ The extension detects when a Reel is sent to your DMs, analyzes the content, and generates an
appropriate response.
○ Reload the page if the extension does not start.
● Is my data safe?
○ Absolutely. All processing happens locally or through secure API connections. We never store
your messages, Instagram credentials, or personal data.
● Which languages are supported?
○ Currently, the extension only supports English, with more languages coming soon.
● Will people know I'm using an AI assistant?
○ No. Responses are designed to sound natural.
● Is Instagram Reel Responder free?
○ The core features are completely free.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "InstaReply", "version": "1.0.0", "description": "Automatically detect and reply to Instagram reels in your chats", "content_security_policy": { "extension_pages": "default-src 'self'; style-src 'self' 'unsafe-inline'; script-src 'self'; object-src 'self'" }, "permissions": [ "storage" ], "host_permissions": [ "https://*.instagram.com/*" ], "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html", "default_icon": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" } }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js", "type": "module" }, "content_scripts": [ { "matches": ["https://*.instagram.com/*"], "js": ["content.js"], "run_at": "document_idle" } ], "icons": { "16": "icons/icon16.png", "48": "icons/icon48.png", "128": "icons/icon128.png" }, "web_accessible_resources": [ { "resources": ["icons/*"], "matches": ["https://*.instagram.com/*"] } ]} "
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How to download and manually install InstaReply extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install InstaReply extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install InstaReply extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install InstaReply extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download InstaReply extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a InstaReply extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the InstaReply Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the InstaReply extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the InstaReply extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for InstaReply extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the InstaReply extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download InstaReply extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install InstaReply extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the InstaReply extension file

Select and download the InstaReply extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the InstaReply extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your InstaReply extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the InstaReply extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install InstaReply extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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