If you want to track Instagram Story performance using the Stream tool or the Campaign - Content tab (for Campaign user only), creators need to connect their Instagram accounts to Upfluence. Here’s how you can invite them.
Check Instagram connection status
On individual creator profiles
Visit any creator’s profile to check their Instagram status:
Connected: A green dot badge shows the connection is complete.
Not Connected: A red dot and button let you resend the invitation email.
In table view (Community or Campaign)
Add the column “Instagram Stories Access” to see everyone's status at a glance.
Status definitions:
Active = Connected with Stories access
Inactive = Not yet connected
No IG = No Instagram profile on file
💡 Pro tip: Use column filters to quickly find who still needs to connect.
Steps to invite creators to connect Instagram
Option 1: Invite in bulk (recommended)
Best for inviting multiple creators at once
In the Community or Campaign table view, show the “Instagram Stories Access” column.
Filter by Inactive status.
Select all creators and click Email > ✩Templates
Use the “Connect your Instagram for seamless content sharing” template.
OR, write your own message and include this merge field:
{{stories_invitation_link}}This generates a unique link for each creator: https://creators.upfluence.com/stories-invitation, directing them to the Instagram connection page.
Note: You can type {{stories_invitation_link}} directly into your email or find it in the Insert Merge Fields box on the right side of the email content editor, under Social Media collection.
Option 2: Invite individually
Best for one-off invitations
From a creator’s profile:
Click the
icon next to their nameA pre-filled message will open, review and send
From the table view:
In the “Instagram Stories Access” column, click the
icon for any inactive creatorSend the pre-filled invite email
What creators see
When creators open the invitation email, they’ll find a link directing them to a page where they can follow the process and connect their Instagram accounts.
For extra clarity, you can also send a quick guide explaining the next steps after connection: Creators: How to connect my Instagram account
