Onboarding Guide
for Stampede Social

Quick guide to starting your journey with Stampede Social

Step 1:
To authorize your Instagram account it must be a business or creator account AND connected to a Facebook business page


Step 2:
Authorize Stampede Social 

  • Follow the directions in your onboarding email

Step 3:
Mandatory Instagram App Setting ("Allow access to messages")


Step 4:
Enter a default URL


Step 5:
Set your default AI tone/theme

  • The AI tone/theme helps you create responses to comments made to your posts and reels. Full directions here


Step 6:
Set your first Automated DM campaign 

Getting content to your fans quickly and easily is one of the greatest features of Stampede Social.  Directions on setting up your first DM automation is here. 


Step 7:
Watch the full overview of Stampede Social

Also check out this awesome blog to dive even deeper:  Getting Started with Stampede Social

and this great overview video...


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Onboarding Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What DMs does Stampede Social send on your behalf?

    Stampede Social helps creators and brands send automated DM messages to their fans and customers on Instagram. 


    We only send messages that are related to the campaigns set up by the creator/brand in the Stampede Social dashboard. These DM messages have a specific format that includes the campaign hashtag and a link you designate in your campaign.


    For Stampede Social to be able to send these messages on behalf of the creator/brand, the creator/brand needs to give permission. This is called authentication. 


    The creator/brand tells Instagram that they trust Stampede Social to send messages for them, and Instagram gives the Stampede Social app DM-sending capability. 


    Stampede Social cannot read or see your inbox, nor access your data.

  • Does my Instagram need to be a business or creator account?

    Yes. Your Instagram account needs to be a business or creator account.


    It's a simple process that can be done through the Instagram app:

    • Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
    • Tap on the three horizontal lines (hamburger) in the top right corner, then select "Settings".
    • From there, choose "Account" and then tap on "Switch to Professional Account".
    • Pick a category that best describes your business, such as "Local Business" or "Personal Blog".
    • Choose "Business" and you're done! Your Instagram account is now a business account.
    • By switching to a business account, you'll have access to features such as Instagram Insights, which can help you track your account's performance and better understand your audience.

    More info from Instagram here

  • How do I connect my Instagram account to a Facebook page?

    To link your Instagram Business or Creator account to a Facebook page, you may first need to upgrade to an Instagram professional account. Once you've done that, make sure that you are the administrator of the Facebook Page you want to link to.


    To connect your Instagram account to your Facebook Page, follow these steps:

    • Go to your new Facebook Page and click on "Manage."
    • From the left menu, select "Professional dashboard" and then click on "Linked accounts."
    • To link your Instagram account, click on "Connect account" and enter your Instagram account's username and password. Then click "Log in."

    More detailed help from Facebook here

  • Can I disconnect my Instagram from my Facebook page after connecting them?

     Unfortunately, no. 


    Once you connect your Instagram to your Facebook page, you must keep your Instagram as a Business account and leave it connected to your Facebook page. 


    If you make any changes to this connection, it will break your connection with Stampede Social and any other third-party apps.


    This includes a password change.


    If you need help reconnecting, please see "Reconnecting Instagram" in our HELP Center. Please note that you may lose all incoming data until your connection is reauthorized.