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HREF link not triggering

  • May 28, 2026
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KatyLang07

Hi,

I’m working on setting up a Ref URL trigger automation, however, when clicked the link brings the user to the DMs and notes that they have arrived there through a shared link, but MC does not track the automation as having been triggered, nor sends the “next step”, a DM message. The dm note is shown in the picture below above the reply text box - and to clarify the previous dm messages above it are from a different older and unrelated automation. The current automation and trigger are listed as published. I have updated/refreshed all my IG and FB permissions (as well as disconnected and reconnected all permissions through Meta Business Suite). I don’t have any conversation starters that would interrupt the automation. I have allowed access to messages in my message and story controls. I also have tried recreating the entire flow from scratch, and simplifying to what is pictured below, compared to a more complicated flow I was planning on using. 

Does anyone know what else would cause this issue? 


 

 

 

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Fabio Gaulke
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  • May 29, 2026

Hi, ​@KatyLang07!

 

Please check if Conversation Starters are active for your Instagram account: https://help.manychat.com/hc/en-us/articles/14281274304924-Conversation-Starters-for-Instagram

 

Due to Meta’s limitations, Conversation Starters must be enabled for the Instagram Ref URL trigger to work properly for new users. Even though it should typically work for your test since you already have a history of interactions with the profile, checking this setting is a very valid step.

 

If you confirm this is active and the issue continues despite your permission refreshes, it will be necessary to open a ticket with the Manychat support team to investigate it further: https://help.manychat.com/hc/en-us/articles/14281086345244-How-to-get-support-from-Manychat

 

Hope it helps! 🙌