Send Instagram Post Notification on WhatsApp via Pabbly Connect

Learn how to send Instagram post notifications on WhatsApp using Pabbly Connect and WhatsApp Cloud API. Follow our step-by-step tutorial to automate your notifications. Follow this definitive guide to creating powerful automated workflows with straightforward, efficiency-focused solutions that save valuable time.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Automation

To start sending Instagram post notifications via WhatsApp, you’ll first need to access Pabbly Connect. Simply go to your browser and type in ‘Pabbly.com/connect’. If you don’t have an account, click on ‘Sign Up Free’ to create one in just a few minutes. Existing users can click ‘Sign In’ to access their dashboards.

Once logged in, you will be directed to the Pabbly Connect dashboard. Here, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You’ll be prompted to name your workflow; for instance, you could name it ‘Instagram to Google Sheets to WhatsApp’. After naming, click on ‘Create’ to proceed.

2. Setting Up the Instagram Trigger in Pabbly Connect

The next step involves setting up the trigger in Pabbly Connect to detect new posts on your Instagram account. In the trigger window, select ‘Instagram’ as the app and choose ‘New Media Posted in My Account’ as the trigger event. Click on ‘Connect’ and then select ‘Add New Connection’ to link your Instagram account.

• Select ‘Connect with Instagram’.
• Authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Instagram account.

After successfully connecting your account, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. This will retrieve the details of your most recent Instagram post, including the media URL, username, and timestamp, which will be used later in the workflow.

3. Integrating Google Sheets to Fetch Client Data

With the Instagram trigger set, the next step is to fetch client data from Google Sheets using Pabbly Connect. Scroll down to the action window, search for ‘Google Sheets’, and select ‘Get Rows’ as the action event. Click ‘Connect’ and add a new connection to link your Google Sheets account.

Select the specific spreadsheet containing your client data. For instance, if your spreadsheet is named ‘client data’, choose it from the dropdown. Then, select the relevant sheet (like ‘Sheet1’) and define the data range starting from A2 to capture all necessary information.

• Make sure your data starts from cell A2.
• Ensure the data is formatted correctly in your Google Sheet.

Click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to retrieve the data from Google Sheets, which will be used to send WhatsApp notifications.

4. Sending WhatsApp Notifications via WhatsApp Cloud API

Now that you have both the Instagram post details and client data, it’s time to send WhatsApp notifications using Pabbly Connect. Click on ‘Add Action Step’, search for ‘WhatsApp Cloud API’, and select ‘Send Template Message’ as the action event. Connect your WhatsApp Cloud API account by entering your token, phone number ID, and WhatsApp business account ID.

Once connected, you’ll need to select the message template you created in the WhatsApp Cloud API. For example, if your template is named ‘insta_post’, choose it from the dropdown. You will then map the recipient’s mobile number and other dynamic fields from the previous steps, such as the user’s name and Instagram post link.

Map the recipient’s mobile number from the Google Sheets response. Insert dynamic fields for personalization in your message template.

After mapping all necessary fields, click ‘Save and Send Test Request’. This will trigger the sending of the WhatsApp message to the specified number, confirming that your automation is working correctly.

5. Testing and Finalizing Your Automation

After setting up the workflow, it’s crucial to test everything to ensure it functions as expected. Check the WhatsApp account of the recipient to verify that they received the Instagram post notification. You should see a personalized message containing the post details.

Once you confirm the message is sent successfully, you can finalize your workflow in Pabbly Connect. You can also optimize the workflow further by adding additional applications or modifying the message templates as needed. Remember, Pabbly Connect allows seamless integration with multiple applications, enhancing your automation capabilities.

In summary, you have successfully set up an automation that sends Instagram post notifications via WhatsApp using Pabbly Connect. This integration saves time and ensures your clients receive timely updates about your posts.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can automate the process of sending Instagram post notifications on WhatsApp easily. This integration not only saves time but also enhances communication with your clients, ensuring they are always updated about your latest posts.