ManyChat is a great tool for tracking participants in your giveaway and randomly picking a winner. ManyChat integrates with platforms like Facebook Messenger, Instagram Direct, and WhatsApp, allowing you to automate communication and track interactions effectively.
Here’s how you can use ManyChat to track giveaway participants:
Step 1: Select the "Run a Giveaway" Template in ManyChat > Set Up Template
2. Follow the steps ManyChat shows you on the lefthand side of your screen
Pick the Giveaway post OR select "next post or reel" if you haven't posted it yet
Write your keyword that you expect people to comment to enter the giveaway
Add a Public Reply so people know they're entered
3. Customize
You can now customize the flow using this view or click "go to basic builder" in the upper left to see a simplified version.
4. Track Engagement
Use ManyChat’s Audience Tab to view all participants and their interactions.
Filter by the tags you've set to track your giveaway-specific entries.
5. Export Participant Data
If needed, export participant data (e.g., emails or phone numbers) for further analysis or follow-up campaigns.
6. Announce Winners
Use ManyChat to automate winner announcements via direct messages or broadcast messages.
7. Follow Up
After the giveaway, engage participants with a follow-up campaign to convert them into customers.