Collect Emails via Instagram DMs

Grow your email list with Inrō’s DM automation. Offer discounts or freebies in exchange for emails, deliver rewards instantly, and segment subscribers automatically.

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Building a strong email list is one of the smartest moves for long-term growth. Unlike social platforms, your email list is an owned channel — giving you a direct line to your audience without relying on algorithms. But asking people to hand over their email without incentive rarely works.

With Inrō’s Collect Emails with Rewards campaign template, you can offer a tangible perk — like a discount code, exclusive download, or VIP resource — in exchange for email sign-ups. This makes the value exchange clear and instantly boosts opt-ins.

Collect Emails with Rewards

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Offer a tangible perk — like a discount code, exclusive download, or VIP resource — in exchange for email sign-ups.

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Challenges in Growing an Email List from Instagram

Low Incentive to Subscribe

Generic “Join our newsletter” prompts often don’t inspire users to share their email.

Drop-Off from External Links

Sending people to off-platform forms can cause friction, lowering conversion rates.

Lack of Follow-Up Personalization

Without tagging and segmenting, it’s hard to keep track of who joined and reward them properly.

Use Case Overview

The Collect Emails with Rewards template helps you:

  • Ask for emails in a conversational, DM-based flow
  • Offer an immediate incentive (discount code, freebie, resource)
  • Store subscribers automatically in Inrō’s CRM folders
  • Deliver the promised reward instantly after sign-up
  • Nurture these subscribers later through personalized campaigns

Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing the Campaign

1. Audience Selection via Folder Categorization

Start by selecting the audience for your launch. In Inrō, this is done through folder selection — a dynamic way to segment your contacts.

Manual Selection

Select active contacts with CRM filters (e.g., "recently engaged" or "commented in the last 30 days".

Find your audience by applying filters in the CRM

Create a new folder by selecting all the contacts filtered out

Automatic Categorization

users into a folder by setting up automations that tag them after specific actions — such as commenting or clicking links.

Folders automatically filled in specific scenarios

For this campaign, you might create a folder including people that actively engage with your content or superfans.

2. Send the Reward Invitation DM

Start the conversation by thanking users for being part of your community and teasing the reward.

Example:
"Hey [Name]! 🎁 I’ve got a little secret gift just for being an active supporter. Drop your best email and I’ll send it right over!"

Include quick-reply buttons:

  • Yes, would love it!
  • Maybe, what is it?
  • Nope, not right now

3. Collect the Email Address

  • If they respond Yes or Maybe, prompt them to enter their email directly in the DM.
  • If they say No, send a softer message explaining they can always join later for future discounts and exclusive resources.

Once an email is provided, Inrō automatically logs it and adds the user to the “Reward Circle” folder.

4. Deliver the Reward Instantly

After the email is confirmed, send the promised gift right away — whether it’s a coupon code, free PDF, or private access link.

Example:
"All set, thanks [Name]! Here’s your 50% discount code for any of our products. Redeem here → [Reward Link]"

5. Follow-Up for Non-Responders

If a user doesn’t provide their email within 7 days, send a gentle reminder:
"Psst! I’m still waiting 👀 Send me your email today to unlock your gift."

This keeps the incentive top-of-mind without being pushy.

Conclusion: Grow Your Email List Faster with Rewards

An engaged Instagram following is powerful — but converting that audience into an email list gives you long-term control and flexibility. By offering immediate rewards in exchange for emails, you create a win-win: your followers get instant value, and you gain a direct channel for future campaigns.

With Inrō’s Collect Emails with Rewards template, you can automate every step — from invitation to reward delivery — and watch your subscriber list grow effortlessly.

Grow Your Email List from Instagram

Use this Inrō template to collect emails in exchange for instant perks — and turn Instagram followers into long-term subscribers.

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FAQ: Collect Emails with Rewards

1. What kinds of rewards work best?

Discount codes, exclusive resources (guides, templates), or VIP access to events and drops.

2. Can I segment subscribers automatically?

Yes — every email collected can be stored in a folder like “Reward Circle” for easy targeting later.

3. What if someone says no?

They still receive a soft message explaining the value, so they know they can opt in later.

4. How does this integrate with my email marketing tool?

You can sync Inrō with your CRM or email platform so new subscribers are added instantly.

5. How often should I run this campaign?

Monthly or during product launches works best, ensuring you steadily grow your list without overwhelming your audience.

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