iStori BLOG

Instagram automation, explained.

Comparisons, examples and practical setup guides from the iStori team.

iStori · AUTOMATIONOne word. A useful reply.
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Keywords

Instagram keywords: 12 examples and how to choose

Connect a clear comment keyword to a useful answer, and test for unintended matches before enabling your flow.

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iStori · AUTOMATIONA clearer conversation
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Copy & AI

AI prompts for Instagram auto-replies: tasks and examples

Give AI useful facts, prepare a short Direct reply and check the result before using it in iStori.

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iStori · AUTOMATIONStories ≠ comments
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Workflows

Story replies and comment-to-DM: different Instagram workflows

Understand the difference between a Story response and a post comment before choosing an automation trigger.

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iStori · AUTOMATIONChoose your workflow
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Comparison

Top 3 Instagram automation services: iStori, Manychat and ChatPlace

Three approaches to comment-to-DM automation. Compare the workflow, the task you need to solve and what to check before choosing.

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For business

Instagram automation for small businesses: catalogues, bookings and prices

Practical starting points for a shop, service business or expert, with a clear boundary between automatic replies and human help.

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Basics

Instagram chatbots, auto-replies and keywords: what is the difference?

Choose the simplest workflow that solves your task without mistaking a prepared reply for a full conversation bot.

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Keywords

How to send an Instagram DM from a comment keyword

Set up a catalogue or price-list reply: choose the post, keyword and message, then test actual delivery.

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Customer replies

“Sent in Direct”: useful Instagram comment reply examples

Pair a short public confirmation with a helpful private message, and know which conversations to keep personal.

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First launch

Your first Instagram automation: a launch checklist

Prepare the account, run a small test and check the boundaries before expanding to more publications.

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