Question 1

How do I handle two-factor authentication with SwiftyInsta?

Accepted Answer

Set up credentials with a verifyBy method, and after the user provides the code, assign it to the credentials object; the completion handler automatically processes it, as shown in the README's login example.

Question 2

SwiftyInsta vs Swiftagram: which should I use for a new project?

Accepted Answer

Since SwiftyInsta is deprecated, Swiftagram is the recommended alternative for current development. SwiftyInsta is only suitable for legacy code or experimental purposes.

Question 3

Is SwiftyInsta safe for building Instagram automation tools?

Accepted Answer

No, it uses Instagram's unofficial API, which violates their terms of service and can lead to account bans. Use it at your own risk, preferably for personal or educational projects.

Question 4

How can I fetch a user's followers using SwiftyInsta?

Accepted Answer

Use the handler.users.following method with parameters like user: .me and pagination settings, as demonstrated in the usage section, to retrieve follower data programmatically.

Question 5

Does SwiftyInsta support the latest iOS versions?

Accepted Answer

As an unmaintained project, compatibility isn't guaranteed. It may work but requires testing, and issues won't be fixed, so it's risky for apps targeting new iOS releases.

Question 6

How to save and reload user sessions in SwiftyInsta?

Accepted Answer

After authentication, call persist() on the Authentication.Response to get a key, store it securely (e.g., in Keychain), and use Authentication.Response.persisted(with:) to restore the session later.

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