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Connecting Instagram Direct

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Manage Instagram DMs and Story mentions alongside your other support channels.

Prerequisites

  • Your Instagram account must be a Business or Creator account.
  • It must be linked to a Facebook Page.

Setup Steps

  1. Go to Channels > Instagram.
  2. Click Connect Instagram.
  3. Log in via Facebook (since Instagram API uses Facebook Login).
  4. Choose the Instagram account to connect.
  5. Approve permissions.
Note: Ensure “Allow Access to Messages” is enabled in your Instagram mobile app settings under Privacy.

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