Quick Start Guide

Welcome to ReplyLink! This guide will help you set up your account and create your first Instagram comment automation in just a few minutes.

Step 1: Create Your Account

1. Go to [replylink.com/signup](https://replylink.com/signup)

1. Enter your email address and create a password

1. Verify your email address by clicking the link sent to your inbox

Step 2: Connect Your Instagram Account

1. From your dashboard, click on "Connect Instagram"

1. You'll be redirected to Instagram's OAuth page

1. Log in with your Instagram credentials and authorize ReplyLink

1. You'll be redirected back to ReplyLink with your account connected

**Note:** ReplyLink uses Instagram's official API and never stores your password. You can revoke access at any time.

Step 3: Create Your First Automation

1. From your dashboard, navigate to "Automations" and click "Create New"

1. Select "Comment to DM" as your automation type

1. Choose which posts to monitor (all posts, specific posts, or posts with certain hashtags)

1. Create your message template using our visual editor

1. Set your timing preferences (instant or delayed responses)

1. Click "Activate" to start your automation

Step 4: Test Your Automation

1. Post a new photo on Instagram or use an existing one

1. Add a comment to the post yourself (or ask a friend to comment)

1. Wait for the automated DM to be sent

1. Check the analytics in your ReplyLink dashboard

Step 5: Optimize Your Message

1. Review your open rates and click-through rates in the dashboard

1. Try different message templates to see what works best

1. Test different timing settings to find the optimal delay

Congratulations! You've successfully set up your first automation with ReplyLink. For more detailed instructions and advanced features, check out our other documentation articles.