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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To start integrating Instagram lead ads with WhatsApp, first access Pabbly Connect. Visit the Pabbly website by typing pabby.com in your browser. Once on the site, you can either sign in if you are an existing user or sign up for free to explore the platform.

After signing in, you will be directed to the Pabbly apps page. Here, locate and click on Pabbly Connect to access the app dashboard. You can create a new workflow by clicking on the “Create Workflow” button, which will allow you to set up automation for sending WhatsApp messages to leads captured from Instagram.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

In this section, we will create a workflow that triggers when a new lead is captured from Instagram lead ads. Click on “Create Workflow” and choose the classic version for a familiar setup. Name your workflow as “Automatically Send WhatsApp Messages to Instagram Leads” and select the appropriate folder for organization.

  • Click on the “Create” button to finalize your workflow setup.
  • Select Instagram Lead Ads as the trigger application.
  • Choose the trigger event as “New Lead Instant” and click on “Connect”.

Next, you will need to connect your Instagram account to Pabbly Connect. If you have an existing connection, you can save it; otherwise, create a new connection by following the prompts to link your Instagram and Facebook accounts.

3. Setting Up the Trigger for Instagram Lead Ads

After connecting your Instagram account, you will need to select the Facebook page associated with your ads and the lead form from which you want to capture leads. This step is crucial as it determines which leads will trigger the WhatsApp message.

To find your lead form, navigate to the Facebook Developer Tools and select the lead form you want to use. After selecting the page and lead form, click on “Save and Send Test Request” to ensure everything is set up correctly. This action will change the status to “Waiting for Webhook Response”.

  • Ensure your Instagram and Facebook accounts are properly connected.
  • Select the correct lead form from the dropdown menu.
  • Test the connection to verify that leads are being captured.

Once the test submission is successful, you will see the captured lead details in your workflow, confirming that the connection is working as intended.

4. Sending WhatsApp Messages Using Pabbly Chatflow

With the trigger set up, the next step involves sending a WhatsApp message using Pabbly Chatflow. For this, add an action step in your workflow and select Pabbly Chatflow as the action application. Choose “Send Text Message” as the action event.

Connect your Pabbly Chatflow account by entering the API token found in the settings of your Chatflow account. This token is essential for establishing a secure connection between Pabbly Connect and Pabbly Chatflow.

  • Map the recipient’s mobile number from the lead details captured earlier.
  • Craft a personalized message that includes the lead’s name for a more engaging interaction.
  • Ensure to send the message without the plus sign but with the appropriate country code.

Once all details are filled, click on “Save and Send Test Request” to verify that the WhatsApp message is sent successfully to the captured lead’s number.

5. Conclusion: Automating Your Lead Notifications

In this tutorial, we demonstrated how to set up an automated workflow using Pabbly Connect to send WhatsApp messages to leads captured from Instagram lead ads. By connecting Pabbly Chatflow with Pabbly Connect, you can ensure instant communication with potential clients, enhancing your lead engagement.

By following these steps, you can streamline your lead notification process and improve your business’s responsiveness to new inquiries. Start using Pabbly Connect today to automate your workflows effectively!