Instagram
Bitly
zapier

An automated workflow using zapier

Connects Instagram + Bitly

Create new Bitlinks in Bitly with new posts to Instagram

About this workflow template

This automation scenario allows you to connect Instagram and Bitly

It can be build using Zapier, a no-code workflow automation tool. Zapier allows you to create automated scripts using a simple drag-and-drop interface for non-technical users. This is a ready-made scenario, but it can be customized by adding more apps, actions, filters or branches.

Instagram and Bitly can also be integrated using automation tools other than zapier:

Diagram

Create new Bitlinks in Bitly with new posts to Instagram
Workflow diagram: Instagram + Bitly integration

How it works?

When this trigger fires in Instagram

Instagram

New Media Posted in My Account in Instagram

Triggers when a photo or video is posted to your account.

Then this action happens in Bitly

Bitly

Create Bitlink in Bitly

Saves a Bitlink to your user history in Bitly. Returns a shortened URL.

How to set up this workflow

This guide contains information on how to set up an automatic workflow that allows to Create new Bitlinks in Bitly with new posts to Instagram.

Part I

Configure Applications

First, we need to connect Instagram and Bitly to Zapier.

  • Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account.

    Create Zapier account if you don't have one.

  • Connect Instagram to Zapier.

    Connect Instagram to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Instagram account, using Instagram credentials.

  • Connect Bitly to Zapier.

    Connect Bitly to Zapier.

    Give Zapier access to your Bitly account, using Bitly credentials.

Part II

Build an integration workflow

Next, we need to create a workflow automation scenario using graphical no-code web interface of Zapier.

  • Set up a Trigger action for Instagram

    Set up a Trigger action for Instagram

    Choose the following trigger: New Media Posted in My Account (Triggers when a photo or video is posted to your account.).

  • Then set up an Action for Bitly

    Then set up an Action for Bitly

    Choose this action: Create Bitlink (Saves a Bitlink to your user history in Bitly. Returns a shortened URL.).

Part III

Test and Publish

Finally, we need to test this automation and publish it.

  • Customize data flow

    Customize data flow

    Configure the data that is exchanged between Instagram and Bitly.

  • Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test the workflow and turn it on for production use

    Test your scenario and publish to production. Now you have an automatic workflow, that will Create new Bitlinks in Bitly with new posts to Instagram!

Supported triggers and actions

  • Instagram

    New media posted in my account

    Triggers when a photo or video is posted to your account.

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  • Instagram

    Any new photo by you

    This Trigger fires every time you share any new photo on Instagram.

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  • Instagram

    New photo by you with specific hashtag

    This Trigger fires every time you share a photo on Instagram with a hashtag you specify.

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  • Instagram

    Any new video by you

    This Trigger fires every time you share any new video on Instagram.

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  • Instagram

    Watch media

    Triggers when new media is added.

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  • Instagram

    New video by you with specific hashtag

    This Trigger fires every time you share a video on Instagram with the hashtag you specify.

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  • Bitly

    Add a bitlink

    This Action will shorten and add a new bitlink to your bitly account.

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  • Bitly

    Create a bitlink

    Create a bitlink

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  • Bitly

    Expand a bitlink

    Expand a bitlink

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  • Bitly

    List bitlinks by group

    List bitlinks by group

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  • Bitly

    Retrieve a bitlink

    Retrieve a bitlink

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  • Bitly

    Shorten a link

    Shorten a link

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Apps you need

Bitly

Bitly

URL Shortener

A link management platform for marketing campaigns

Bitly is a powerful link management platform that allows you to create custom URLs, track marketing campaigns and gain insights from your audience. Shorten, share and track your links with ease.

Zapier

Zapier

Automation Platforms

No-code automation service

Zapier simplifies busy people's lives by automating web app data transfers, reducing tedious tasks, and allowing teams to collaborate effortlessly. With over 5,000 popular apps connected, it's never been easier to streamline your workflow.