Connecting Instagram Ads might feel a bit more complex compared to other social media platforms, as it requires a few steps to be followed beforehand. But don’t worry.
This guide covers everything you need — from pre-setup requirements to linking your account 🤓 Let’s dive in!
Prep for Connection
Before we jump into connecting Instagram Ads, you need to make sure that the Facebook Page, Instagram Business Account, and Ad Account are all part of the same Business Manager.
First, add your Instagram account to Meta Business Manager:
Settings > Accounts > Instagram Accounts > Add
Connect your Instagram account to the correct Facebook Page:
Settings > Pages > Connected Assets
Assign the Instagram account to your ad account:
In Business Settings, go to the Instagram account > Connect Assets > Add your Ad Account
Connecting Instagram Ads to NapoleonCat
You need to connect your Facebook page first with at least partial access, then your Instagram Business page with at least partial access in Business Manager. Finally, connect the Instagram Ads account.
1. Connect your Facebook Page first
Go to Workspace Settings, hit "Connect profile", and pick "Facebook" from the list
Log in to your Facebook account that's an admin for the FB page
Select your Facebook page(s) to connect
Accept all the requested permissions
Confirm your FB Pages on the right-hand side - hit 'Connect', and voilà 🎉
2. Next, connect the Instagram Business profile
You need at least partial access to this account in Business Manager.
Go to Workspace Settings, hit "Connect profile", and pick "Instagram Business" from the list
Log in to your Facebook account that's an admin for the FB page, and your Instagram Business account is linked with
Select your Instagram Business account or accounts
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Select the FB pages your Instagram Business pages are hooked up to
Approve all the requested permissions
Confirm your Instagram Business pages to connect on the right-hand side - click 'Connect', and that's it 🎉
Below is a screenshot journey through the Instagram Business connection flow. It'll help you stay on track from start to finish!
3. Finally, connect the Instagram Ads account.
Go to Workspace Settings, hit "Connect profile", and pick "Instagram Ads" from the list
Log in to the FB account that's an admin to the IG Ads account
Pick the FB Pages for NapoleonCat to access
Accept all the requested permissions
You'll get a pop-up window to select your Instagram Ads account
Choose your IG Ads account in the pop-up, hit 'Save', and voilà 🎉
You need at least partial access (View performance) to this account in Business Manager.
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