How to Set Up ManyChat
- George Apostolov
How to Set Up ManyChat: step-by-step guide
Go to ManyChat.com and click 'Get Started Free'.
Select your user profile to access your account settings and personalization options.
In the Manychat dashboard, click '+ Add New Account'.
Choose the platform for your preferred channel.
Log in to your Instagram account by clicking 'Go To Instagram'.
Follow the prompts to connect your account.
Once connected, click 'Let's start'.
Go to 'Automation'.
Click '+ New Automation'.
Choose the Flow or message you want to trigger and click 'Next'.
Click 'Preview' to test your flows.
Click 'Go Live' to activate your automation.
Quick answer: To set up ManyChat, go to ManyChat.com to get started, select your profile, add a new account, choose your platform, log in and connect your Instagram account, and click Let's start. Then, go to Automation, create a new automation, choose your trigger flow, preview it, and click Go Live to activate.
About this ManyChat tutorial
Connect your Instagram account and activate automated message flows easily using ManyChat by following these simple setup steps. This guide shows how to set Up ManyChat in 12 steps, starting with "Go to ManyChat.com and click 'Get Started Free'" and finishing with "Click 'Go Live' to activate your automation". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real ManyChat interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to set Up ManyChat?
12 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your ManyChat data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under ManyChat. Related guides: How to Set Up ManyChat for Instagram, How to Turn Off ManyChat and How to Use ManyChat on Facebook Messenger. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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