Your Instagram DMs, Now on Autopilot with Wati!

Hello, hello, hello!?

How’s October been treating you so far? ??

Are you cozying up as the days get shorter and diving into all the fall fun? In no mood to work with all the festive vibes around??

We feel you. But you gotta do what you gotta do.?

Things have been crazier (read: amazing) at Wati TBH.?

You might want to sit down for this one since this is…HUGE. ??

Last week, we introduced DM automations on Instagram (say Whaaaaa). ??

Want details??

Well, of course you do.??

Let’s get chatting!?

Slide into Success: Instagram DM Automations Now on Wati! ???

Instagram has grown into more than just a social app—it’s a powerhouse for businesses! But with that growth comes chaos in the DMs.?

If you’re selling on Instagram, you know the pain of missing a purchase inquiry or dealing with unhappy customers when messages slip through the cracks.

That’s where Instagram DM Automations on Wati come in!?

You can:

• Stay organized
• Collect leads
• Stay connected with your customers 24/7

And all without breaking a sweat.

How Instagram DM Automations on Wati Simplify Everything ??

1. One platform for Instagram & WhatsApp

Tired of juggling two platforms? Wati gives you one dashboard to manage Instagram DMs and WhatsApp chats together.?

So you can seamlessly respond to inquiries from both apps in one place.

2. Stay organized with filters, tags & more

Wati’s Team Inbox makes managing conversations a breeze.

• Route chats to the right team members
• Add notes for smooth internal communication
• Track chat status & tag DMs for easy categorization

3. Build your Instagram contact list & connect on WhatsApp

Our AI-bots capture phone numbers shared in DMs, add them to user profiles, and let you run WhatsApp broadcast campaigns with a 98% open rate.?

It’s time to say goodbye to algorithm dependence!

4. Reduce response time with automated messages

Plus, you can automatically greet users with welcome or OOO replies, and send personalized offers to existing customers.?

Stay connected 24/7, even during non-working hours. Sounds fantastic, doesn’t it??

5. One customer, one view

Get a full view of customer interactions across Instagram & WhatsApp. It allows you to respond faster and provide a better experience.

6. Instagram chatbot

You can also automate responses with keyword-triggered workflows, capture info, and assign DMs to the right team.?

And you can do all this with rich media and seamless integration into Google Sheets.

Customers Are Loving It! ??????

• Wati made it extremely easy for us to manage our WhatsApp and Instagram DM in the same place. This helps us keep track of all our messages and connect with customers even when we are offline.” – Menaka Bhandary, Founder – Blown Studio

• Instagram Automation on Wati is making it easier for our team to handle messages from different channels all in one spot. This has boosted our productivity and efficiency. Plus, by responding to customers faster, we’ve noticed improvement in their overall satisfaction! – CEO, Anveshana Clothing

So, how can you get started with Insta DM automations via Wati??

For that, you’ll have to link your IG account with Wati.?

Here’s how you can do it.?

How to Link Your Instagram Account to Wati ??

Before you start, make sure you have an Instagram Business account.?

If you’re a Wati customer, follow these simple steps.?

Step 1: Connect Instagram to a Facebook Page

• Go to your Instagram profile and select Edit Profile.
• Under Public Business Info, choose Page.
• Create a new Facebook Page or link an existing one.

Step 2: Enable DM Access

• Open Instagram and tap the ? menu in the top right.
• Go to Settings and Privacy > Messages and Story Replies > Message Controls.
• Enable Access to Messages under Connected Tools.

Step 3: Set Up Instagram on Wati

• Log in to Wati, click the user icon, and go to Channel Status.
• Click the Instagram tab, scroll to Get Started, and follow the steps to connect.
• Once connected, you’ll see your Instagram DMs in the Team Inbox.

Here’s What We’re Saying ??

Linking your Instagram to Wati is super simple and a total game-changer for your customer interactions.?

With our DM automations, you’ll be engaging with your audience in no time. So why wait? Do it now!?

Not a member of Wati fam? What are you waiting for??

Sign up for Wati today and start transforming your customer interactions!

It’s been an amazing week for us. To more such weeks ??

On that note, Adios!?

We hope you have a fantastic day and make the most of the fall season.?

See you next week!