Ivorey
workflows can be used to trigger a comment reply and direct message to Facebook, Instagram or TikTok users once they comment a keyword on your post, similar to ManyChat.
Offering a free resource to generate leads: This use case is ideal for giving away free content such as a guide, eBook or any other resource. You can tell your audience to comment a specific keyword on a post, and then have workflow actions that automatically reply to the comment and DM them. Inside the message, it's suggested that you link them out to an Ivorey
form or funnel, where they can opt in (provide their name and email address) in exchange for the free resource. If you don't want them to provide those details, you can just deliver the resource directly in the DM via the bot!
Sharing purchase links for paid offers: In this example, you can have people comment a keyword in order to receive a link. The workflow would perform the same as the use case above, except you would change what you write in the DM and the link that you send them.
This guide is perfect if you want to:
Automatically reply to Facebook, Instagram or TikTok comments
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makes this process even easier by providing templates directly inside your workflows. Simply select the template under Workflows > Bonus Workflow Templates, customise it to fit your campaign, and you're ready to go! If you need any help, reach out via the chat widget!From the main Ivorey
menu, go to [Settings] > [Integrations]
Ensure your Facebook/Instagram Business Profile is connected. This integration is essential for the bot to function properly
From the main Ivorey
menu, go to [Workflows] > click [+ Create Workflow] > and select [+ Start From Scratch]
Set the trigger to: Facebook Comment On A Post and/or Instagram Comment On A Post > and apply the following filters to the trigger:
Page Is: Select your page from the dropdown menu.
Post Type Is: Choose whether to trigger this automation on any post or a specific post.
Contains Phrase: Enter the keyword(s) that will trigger the bot. Example: “GUIDE” for offering a free guide or course.
Add an action to Respond on Comment to acknowledge the keyword > and write a message the bot will post in response to comments, such as: "Thank you so much! I just sent you a message."
To enhance engagement, add at least five alternative replies that Ivorey
will randomly choose from. Example replies:
"Thanks for commenting! Check your DMs for the free course."
"Awesome! I’ve sent you the details in a DM."
Add the Facebook Interactive Messenger or Instagram Interactive Messenger action > and configure the DM:
Reply Type: Respond to comment via DM
Message Content: Write a personalized message to deliver the resource or offer. Example: "Hi, thank you so much for your interest! Here’s the free course you requested."
Include a Call-to-Action (CTA):
Add a button with a URL inside it to lead them to:
An opt-in form (e.g. Ivorey
Form)
A funnel or landing page
A website page
Any other type of link
If you prefer, you can deliver the resource directly in the DM:
Attach a File: Upload a PDF or other document directly into the message.
Share a Link: Add a link to a Google Drive or Dropbox folder for easy access.
Set Default Timeout: This is essentially a wait period after the next step, in the case that you want to continue sending more messages.
Note: Meta allows responses only within a 24-hour window so don't exceed that time frame in this step.
Toggle your workflow to [Publish], at the top right corner > and click the [Save] button
Create a post encouraging your audience to use the keyword. For example: "Comment 'GUIDE' below to get access to our free guide!". This post will encourage your audience to comment with the keyword.
Step 1: Integrate Your TikTok Account
From the main Ivorey
menu, go to [Settings] > [Integrations]
Ensure your TikTok Account is connected under TikTok Messaging
Click on the integration again to enable Messaging Permissions
This integration is essential for the bot to function properly.
Step 2: Set Up a Workflow to Respond to Comments
From the main Ivorey
menu, go to [Workflows] > click [+ Create Workflow] > and select [+ Start From Scratch]
Set the trigger to TikTok - Comment(s) On A Video > and apply the following filters to the trigger:
Account Is: Select your connected profile from the dropdown menu
Contains Phrase/Exact Match: Enter the keyword(s) that will trigger the bot. Example: “GUIDE” for offering a free guide or course
Note: If Exact Match is selected, only the comments that exactly match the keyword will trigger the workflow. Any spelling errors or variations means the workflow will NOT be triggered.
(optional) Post is: Select the post or provide the URL of the post you would like to run the automation on. If no specific post is selected, the automation will apply to comments on any post
Add an action to Reply in Comments to acknowledge the keyword > and write a message the bot will post in response to comments, such as: "DM us ‘GUIDE’ and we’ll send you the link"
To enhance engagement, add at least five alternative replies that Ivorey
will randomly choose from. Example replies:
"Thanks for commenting! DM us with ‘guide’ for the free course."
"Awesome! Message us with ‘guide’ and I’ll send you the details."
Toggle your workflow to [Publish], at the top right corner > and click the [Save] button
Step 3: Set Up a Workflow to Respond to DMs
From the main Ivorey
menu, go to [Workflows] > click [+ Create Workflow] > and select [+ Start From Scratch]
Set the trigger to Customer Replied > and apply the following filters to the trigger:
Reply Channel: Select TikTok from the dropdown menu
Contains Phrase/Exact Match: Enter the keyword(s) that will trigger the bot. Example: “GUIDE” for offering a free guide or course
Note: If Exact Match is selected, only the messages that exactly match the keyword will trigger the workflow. Any spelling errors or variations means the workflow will NOT be triggered.
Add the Tiktok Interactive Messenger action > and configure the DM:
Write a personalized message to deliver the resource or offer. Example: "Hi, thank you so much for your interest! Here’s the free course you requested."
Include a URL inside it to lead them to:
An opt-in form (e.g. Ivorey
Form)
A funnel or landing page
A website page
Any other type of link
(optional) Add a Wait action, if you would like to send more messages > set the number of minutes/hours it should wait before the next step > then add another Messenger action
Toggle your workflow to [Publish], at the top right corner > and click the [Save] button
Step 4: Create Your Post
Create a post encouraging your audience to use the keyword. For example: "DM us 'GUIDE' to get access to our free guide!". This post will encourage your audience to message you with the keyword.
Currently, keyword bots work with:
Facebook (connected to your business page)
Instagram (connected to your business page)
TikTok
Exact Match: Triggers only if the message contains the keyword and nothing else.
Contains Phrase: Triggers if the keyword appears anywhere in the message, even with extra words.
Most members prefer “contains phrase” for flexibility.
Yes! You can add multiple keywords using OR conditions. For example, “GUIDE,” “FREEBIE,” or “CHECKLIST” can all trigger the same workflow.
No, if you’re using contains phrase, the bot will usually trigger even if the keyword has punctuation, spaces, or emojis around it. Exact match requires the keyword only.
Yes, you can set up an immediate auto-response. You can also add a delay if you want the reply to feel more natural.
Yes. You can branch your workflow based on the platform and customise responses for each channel.
Delivering lead magnets or freebies
Event or webinar registrations
Giveaway entries
Tagging followers based on interests
Community or membership onboarding
Yes, simply unpublish or disable the workflow. It will stop triggering immediately.
Send a test message from a separate social media account (not the admin account). Make sure the keyword is included to confirm the workflow triggers correctly.
Yes, if workflows overlap with the same keywords. To prevent conflicts, keep keywords unique and organised.
No, keywords are not case-sensitive. “Guide,” “GUIDE,” and “guide” all trigger the bot.
If using contains phrase, the bot may trigger inside another word. For example, “fit” could trigger inside “outfit.” Use exact match to avoid accidental triggers.
Yes, you can connect multiple TikTok accounts. Be sure to select the correct account/profile when setting up the trigger in your workflow.
Yes, the Instagram Keyword Bot can work with both Business and Creator Instagram accounts. For the keyword bot to function properly, your Instagram account must be connected through a Business Facebook Page inside your Ivorey
integrations.
To set this up, go to Settings > Integrations, and connect the Facebook account that manages your Instagram profile. Once the Facebook Business Page is connected, the Instagram Keyword Bot will be able to operate for both Business and Creator Instagram accounts.
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