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How to setup an Instagram channel?

Last updated on May 28, 2026

If you are using a self-hosted Voxys Connect installation, please set up your Instagram app as described in is this guide.

For the cloud version of Voxys Connect, please follow this guide.

Prerequisites

Before bringing your Instagram inbox to Voxys Connect, you need to make sure that you have a Business Instagram account. Set up a Business Instagram account if you don't have one. This guide from Instagram will help you do the same.

How to create an Instagram inbox in Voxys Connect?

Step 1. Go to Settings → Inboxes → “Add Inbox”.

Step 2. Click on the "Continue with Instagram" button.

Step 3. Enable "Access and manage messages" and click on allow button to continue the authorisation

Step 5. "Add agents" to your Instagram inbox.

You have successfully created an Instagram inbox. Whenever a customer sends a message to your Instagram account, you will be able to see and reply to it in Voxys Connect.