Want to turn comments into conversations automatically? You’re in the right place!
Our DM Automation feature helps you create super engaging interactions on Instagram and Facebook. Whether you're looking to boost engagement, send follow-up offers, or simply keep the convo going, we've got you covered.
This template is perfect if you're just starting with automation or if you're a seasoned pro ready to scale.
How to Set Up Auto DMs from Comments
Here’s how you can get started in Vista Social:
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Go to the Create menu
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Click DM Automations
- Click Create automation
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Choose Ready-to-Go Templates
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Select Auto DM Links from Comments
- Pick the Instagram or Facebook account you want this automation to run on
From here, you’ll enter a simple builder flow that lets you:
Choose what triggers the automation
You decide when this automation kicks in:
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On a specific post or reel
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On any post or reel
Set the Trigger Comment
Want it to activate on any comment? Or only when someone says a specific word or phrase? Totally up to you.
You can also set it to work only for your followers.
Not following you yet? No worries, you can add a custom message that gently nudges them to hit that follow button before they get the goods.
Now just click 'Continue' to wrap up your trigger.
Send an Opening DM
This is your friendly first message like, “Hey! Want more info?”
It’s what starts the conversation, and when someone taps the button inside it, they’re giving you the green light to send more messages within 24 hours.
You can choose to enable this as your first action or not, based on your needs.
Send the DM with Your Link
If they click through, boom! They get a follow-up message. You can:
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Add up to three links
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Keep it text-only
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Customize however you like
If you skipped the Opening DM, this message becomes the first one they see.
Add Extras (Optional)
Want to level up your automation? You can also:
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Reply publicly to their comment (with 20 rotating message variations)
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Follow up after a day or two
If you set up all of these, here’s a popular order to go out:
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Follow request
- Opening DM
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Main DM with the link
- Public comment reply
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Follow-up message after 24hrs
Need help or want feedback on your automation setup? Our support team’s just a message away. We’d love to help!
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