Use case

Instagram automation for affiliate creators

Shopping creators get asked for links on every haul and finds Reel.

Someone comments or messages

LINK

Your public reply

Sent! Check your DMs 📩

Then the DM arrives on their phone, like this.

Example with a made-up account.

How can affiliate creators use Instagram automation?

Shopping creators get asked for links on every haul and finds Reel. With Hypee, someone comments or DMs a keyword and gets your reply automatically, so you answer every enquiry even when you're busy.

Good first automations are LINK, LIST, DEAL. Free for 2 automations and 1,000 DMs a month. No card needed.

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3 automations to start with

  • LINK: people want the product. Example: "Here's the link, {first_name}: {link} (affiliate link)"
  • LIST: you show several products. Example: "All the products from this Reel: {link} (affiliate links)"
  • DEAL: you share a sale. Example: "Today's deal: {link}. It ends on {date}. (affiliate link)"

Tips

  • Always disclose affiliate links.
  • Check that your affiliate programme allows links in DMs.
  • Update links when a product sells out.

How to set it up on Hypee

  • Switch to a Creator or Business Instagram account. It's free in Instagram settings.
  • Sign up on Hypee and connect Instagram through Instagram's own login.
  • Create an automation, choose the trigger and write your message.
  • Turn it on, then test it with a friend's account.

What it costs

The free plan includes 2 automations and 1,000 DMs a month, with no card. The Creator plan is ₹99 a month, with unlimited automations and 10,000 DMs. Pro is ₹399 a month and has no monthly DM limit, though Meta's own limits always apply.

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Instagram automation for affiliate creators: FAQ

 

Do I need to say it's an affiliate link?

Yes. ASCI's rules in India require clear disclosure when you earn from a recommendation.

Free for 2 automations and 1,000 DMs a month. No card needed.

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