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$1,000 USD BOUNTY - Fix ManyChat "New Follower" Automation Issue

  • January 10, 2026
  • 4 replies
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Samspijkermanbiz

Paying $1K to whoever can solve this problem.

The Issue: Can't use ManyChat automation for new Instagram followers. ManyChat support confirmed my account is ineligible for the "Say hi to new followers" feature due to Meta's beta limitations.

What ManyChat Support Said: "Meta has set some limitations that are preventing certain Instagram accounts from accessing it, and it looks like your account is one of the ineligible ones for now. We aren't able to pinpoint exactly what causes the restriction or say if or when it will be lifted in the future. This limitation isn't caused by your actions in Manychat - it's just part of the current beta process."

What I Need: A working solution to automate responses to new Instagram followers, whether through ManyChat or an alternative method.

Payment: $1,000 USD to whoever provides a verified working fix.

Drop your solution below or DM me.

    4 replies

    cata_rendon
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    • cata_rendon
    • Manychat Community Moderator
    • January 10, 2026

    Hi ​@Samspijkermanbiz , I am sorry to hear you account has a limitation for this feature. I guess the best you can do is to contact Meta support team directly,  If you have ad spend history, try to access Meta Business Support chat inside Business Manager  and Submit the case.

     

    Hope this helps, probably you should try this first before paying someone...I think reaching Meta directly would be a good to go for you.

     

    Cheer!

    Cata Rendon

    https://www.dominariai.com | www.linkedin.com/in/catalina-rendon-gamboa
    Erin Quinn
    • Erin Quinn
    • Up-and-Comer
    • January 13, 2026

    Hi!

    I’m having the same issue when I try to use the “Say hi to new followers,” feature in ManyChat. 

     

    It says this :

    Follow to DM isn’t available for your Instagram account. This feature is currently in beta.

    Access is controlled by Meta and can vary by account. This limitation isn’t caused by your actions in Manychat and doesn’t mean something is broken. There’s nothing you need to change.

    Can anyone provide me with assistance or advice on how to be able to utilize this feature? 

    Thank you!

    Erin Quinn

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    • rakib360
    • Up-and-Comer
    • January 14, 2026

    ​@Samspijkermanbiz I can help you

    https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/rakibul24
    Erin Quinn
    • Erin Quinn
    • Up-and-Comer
    • January 15, 2026

    Thank you. How can you help? I’m not going to pay money for any services, I’m just starting out! But I would greatly appreciate any help or advice you could give!

     

    All my best,

    Erin

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