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Automate DMs to New Followers & Track Reply Rates in DM Tracker

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Written by Emil Faschang
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Automatically send welcome DMs to new Instagram followers using ManyChat's "Say Hi to New Followers" feature, while tracking reply rates and managing follow-ups in DM Tracker.

Quick Setup

Watch the full setup tutorial:

Import the automation: Click here to import

Having issues? Watch common bug fixes

Critical Setup Requirements

1. Connect DM Tracker to ManyChat

Complete the onboarding process.

2. Add Your Email to Tracking Nodes

In the ManyChat automation, update all three tracking nodes with your DM Tracker email address.

3. Sync Your Messages

Important: Add the exact same messages in both places:

  • ManyChat: Your three outreach message variations

  • DM Tracker: Settings β†’ Outreach β†’ Message Templates β†’ Add each message with matching names (e.g., "New Follower Outreach 1", "New Follower Outreach 2", "New Follower Outreach 3")

Whenever you change a message in ManyChat, update it in DM Tracker to maintain accurate tracking.

Viewing Your Results

Go to Statistics in DM Tracker to see:

  • Total outreach messages sent

  • Overall reply rate

  • Reply rates by message variation

  • Performance comparisons between your three messages

Use the Follow-Up Board to manage conversations and never miss a lead.

Split Testing Tips

  • Test 3 different message variations simultaneously

  • Give each test at least 50-100 sends before making changes

  • Replace low-performing messages with new variations

  • Keep messages natural and conversational

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