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by elwell 4301 days ago
I'm pretty sure IG doesn't like any names that have Insta or Gram in them. (That's why Webstagram changed to Websta). Just a heads up before you develop your brand and then get kicked off their API.
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Main developer here - That's a very valid point (which i see now), and we'll look into it straight away
Hi Erik,

I found the specific language in their Branding "Guidelines" that forbid the use of "Insta" and "Gram" in app or domain name.

Here's the link: https://help.instagram.com/304689166306603/

Relevant Section:

Naming Applications and Products

If you offer an application, website or product that is compatible with or related to the Instagram service, such as an app or website that uses the Instagram APIs, you may fairly and accurately describe how your application, website or product relates to Instagram. But you may not use the Instagram trademarks in your own brand, or suggest that Instagram sponsors or endorses you or your products.

Don’t:

Use “Instagram,” “IG”, “Insta” or “Gram” in your app or product name or domain name

Use the Camera Logos, or the Instagram name or logo, in your brand identity, such as your app icon, logo or product design

Use the Instagram stylized font in your logo or product or marketing materials

Thanks! As said earlier, we'll look into it straight away. Hopefully we're able to find a solution where we don't trash our domain and rank.. :/
We're changing our logo and titles right away.
Good Luck!
It says not to do this very clearly when you register your clientid.