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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To begin automating the process of posting Instagram reels to YouTube, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Open a new tab in your browser and type pabb.com/connect, then hit enter. This will take you to the Pabbly Connect landing page, where you can sign up or log in to your account.

Once logged in, you’ll see the dashboard where you can create new workflows. If you’re a new user, opt for the sign-up option to enjoy 100 free tasks monthly. Existing users can simply sign in. The dashboard will display your available tasks and provide options to create new workflows using the Pabbly Connect platform.


2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

Now that you are logged into Pabbly Connect, you can create a new workflow. Click on the “Create Workflow” button. Here, you will define what happens when you post a new reel on Instagram. This setup will ensure that every time you upload a video, it automatically posts on your YouTube channel.

  • Click on “Create Workflow”.
  • Name your workflow based on your use case.
  • Select Instagram as your trigger application.

After naming your workflow, select the trigger event as “New Media Posted”. This step allows Pabbly Connect to monitor your Instagram account for any new posts. Next, connect your Instagram account by clicking on “Connect with Instagram for Business” and follow the prompts to authorize.


3. Setting Up the Integration Between Instagram and YouTube

With the Instagram connection established, it’s time to set up the integration between Pabbly Connect, Instagram, and YouTube. After your Instagram account is connected, you will need to capture the media URL of the newly posted reel. This will be used to upload the video to YouTube.

To capture the media URL, click on “Save and Send Test Request”. This action will fetch the details of the latest post from your Instagram account. You will see the media URL and other relevant details displayed on your Pabbly Connect dashboard.

  • Use the media URL to create a public link.
  • Upload the video to Google Drive for sharing.
  • Generate a description and tags using OpenAI.

After these steps, you will upload the video to Google Drive. Connect your Google Drive account to Pabbly Connect and select the option “Upload a File”. Make sure to map the media URL you obtained earlier to upload the video correctly.


4. Finalizing the Upload to YouTube

After successfully uploading the video to Google Drive, the next step is to upload it to YouTube using Pabbly Connect. Connect your YouTube account by clicking on “Connect with YouTube”. You will need to authorize Pabbly Connect to access your YouTube account.

Once connected, you can map the file ID from Google Drive to the YouTube upload action. Provide the title, description, and tags that were generated earlier using OpenAI. This ensures that your video is properly labeled and optimized for search.

  • Map the video title from the Instagram caption.
  • Set the visibility to private or public based on your preference.
  • Select the appropriate category for your video.

Finally, click on “Save and Send Test Request” to upload the video to your YouTube channel. This completes the automation, allowing your Instagram reels to be posted on YouTube without any manual effort.


5. Conclusion

By following this tutorial, you can effectively automate the posting of Instagram reels to YouTube using Pabbly Connect. This seamless integration allows you to save time and effort while ensuring your content reaches a wider audience.

Set up your workflow today and enjoy hassle-free automation between Instagram and YouTube!