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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To connect Instagram Ads to WhatsApp, start by accessing Pabbly Connect. If you are a new user, visit Pabbly’s official site and sign up to get started. This platform offers 100 free tasks each month, which is great for testing integrations.

Once you log into Pabbly Connect, you will land on the dashboard. Here, you can manage all your automation workflows. Click on the “Create Workflow” button to begin setting up your integration.


2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After clicking the “Create Workflow” button, you will see options like “Create from Scratch,” “Create using AI,” and “Create using Quick Builder.” For this tutorial, choose the “Create using Quick Builder” option to simplify the process.

  • Select “Connect Instagram Ads to WhatsApp” as your prompt.
  • Choose “New Lead Instant” as the trigger event for Instagram Ads.
  • Set the action application to Pabbly Chatflow.

Next, select the action event as “Send Text Messages”. This process will create a workflow that triggers whenever a new lead is generated from your Instagram Ads.


3. Connecting Instagram Ads to Pabbly Connect

After creating the workflow, you need to connect your Instagram Ads account to Pabbly Connect. Click on the connection button and choose to create a new connection. Ensure your Facebook and Instagram accounts are linked for a seamless connection.

Once connected, select the page associated with your Instagram Ads, and choose the lead generation form you want to use. After selecting the form, click on “Save and Send Test Request” to wait for a webhook response.

  • Navigate to Meta Developers to set up your webhook response.
  • Select the relevant lead form and submit it to generate a response.

Once the form is submitted, return to Pabbly Connect to check if the new lead response has been captured successfully.


4. Mapping Data in Pabbly Connect

With the lead response received, the next step is to map the data to ensure the correct information is sent to WhatsApp. In Pabbly Connect, click on the connection button for Pabbly Chatflow and create a new connection using your API token.

After pasting the API token, map the WhatsApp mobile number field to the contact number received from the Instagram lead. This mapping process is crucial as it ensures that personalized messages are sent to the right users.

  • Map the user’s first name, email address, and city name to personalize the message.
  • Enter the message content, including dynamic fields from the previous application.

Once all fields are mapped correctly, click on “Save and Send Test Request” to ensure everything is working as expected.


5. Finalizing Your Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After testing the workflow, ensure that you enable the toggle to activate it. This step is essential for the automation to function correctly. If the toggle is not enabled, the workflow will be disabled and will not trigger any actions.

Once everything is set up, you can test the integration by submitting a lead through your Instagram Ads. Check your WhatsApp account to confirm that the personalized message has been received. This indicates that your workflow is functioning perfectly.

In case you face any issues, feel free to reach out through the comments section for assistance. Remember to utilize the coupon code for discounts on Pabbly Connect subscriptions.


Conclusion

In conclusion, connecting Instagram Ads to WhatsApp using Pabbly Connect is a straightforward process that automates your marketing efforts. By following the steps outlined, you can efficiently manage leads and enhance user engagement through personalized messages.