Official Instagram API - Reels, Stories & Feed

Schedule Instagram Reels & Stories Direct Publishing, Full Automation

Auto-publish Instagram Reels, Stories, and feed posts directly. Full API access for Reels - schedule short-form video content alongside your TikTok and YouTube strategy.

Full Reels + Stories + Feed API - direct auto-publish on every plan

What Sociro supports vs competitors

FeatureSociroBufferLaterHootsuite
Direct Reels Publishing
Direct Stories PublishingPaid only
Facebook Reels Support
Facebook Stories Support
AI Caption GenerationAdd-on
Free Plan Includes Reels
Total Platforms128710

Everything you need for Instagram Reels success

Direct Reels Publishing

Full API access - schedule Reels and they auto-publish at your chosen time. No reminders needed.

Stories Scheduling

Schedule Instagram Stories with direct auto-publishing. Add interactive elements and let Sociro handle the rest.

AI Captions for Reels

Generate trend-aware, engaging Reels captions with AI that understands Instagram's culture.

Facebook Reels & Stories

Cross-post to Facebook Reels and Stories simultaneously. Double your reach with zero extra effort.

Visual Calendar

See all Reels, Stories, and feed posts in one drag-and-drop calendar alongside your other platforms.

Reels Analytics

Track plays, reach, likes, comments, and saves for every Reel in one unified dashboard.

How to schedule Instagram Reels with Sociro

1

Connect Instagram

Link your Instagram Business or Creator account via official Meta OAuth. Instant and secure.

2

Upload & schedule

Upload your Reel or Story, add AI-generated captions, and pick the optimal time.

3

Auto-publish & track

Sociro publishes directly to Instagram and tracks engagement in real-time analytics.

Automate your Instagram Reels and Stories

Join thousands of creators auto-publishing Reels, Stories, and feed posts. Full API access on every plan - including free.

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Why scheduling Instagram Reels and Stories matters

Instagram Reels and Stories have become the primary content formats for growth on Instagram. Reels reach up to 2x more non-followers than feed posts, making them the most effective format for audience acquisition. Stories drive daily engagement with interactive elements like polls, questions, and countdowns. Yet scheduling these formats has historically been challenging - most tools only support feed posts and leave Reels and Stories as manual tasks.

Sociro has full Instagram API approval for Reels, Stories, and feed posts. This means you can schedule a Reel to publish at 7pm on Tuesday, a Story to go live at lunchtime, and a carousel post for the weekend - all in one session. No reminders, no switching between apps, no missed posting windows. Your content publishes automatically at the exact time you choose.

Facebook Stories and Reels too

Sociro also supports Facebook Stories and Reels with direct publishing. This means you can cross-post your Instagram Reels to Facebook Reels simultaneously, doubling your reach with zero extra effort. Most competitors do not support Facebook Stories or Reels at all - giving Sociro users a significant advantage in reaching audiences across both platforms.

Cross-platform short-form video strategy

The most successful brands repurpose short-form video across Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook Reels. With Sociro, you can schedule the same video across all these platforms from one dashboard - with AI-generated captions adapted for each platform's unique culture and format. Explore our full feature set, compare pricing plans, or try our free Caption Generator.

Frequently asked questions about Instagram Reels scheduling

Can Sociro directly publish Instagram Reels?

Yes - Sociro has full Instagram API approval for Reels. Your scheduled Reels are uploaded and published directly and automatically.

Does Sociro support Instagram Stories scheduling?

Yes - schedule Instagram Stories with direct auto-publishing. No reminders or manual steps required.

Can I cross-post Reels to Facebook?

Yes - Sociro supports Facebook Reels and Stories. Cross-post your Instagram Reels to Facebook Reels simultaneously with one click.

Can I schedule Reels for free?

Yes - free plan includes Instagram Reels, Stories, and feed post scheduling with up to 3 connected accounts.

What Instagram account type do I need?

You need an Instagram Business or Creator account (free to convert) connected to a Facebook Page.

Can I schedule Reels alongside TikTok?

Yes - Sociro supports 12 platforms. Schedule Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and more from one dashboard.