Lead Ads that Click to Message

Start real conversations instantly. When people tap your ad, they’re taken straight into chat on Messenger or Instagram, where you can qualify leads and close faster — without the friction of a long form.

Messenger chat Instagram chat CRM sync Automation + live agent

Note: Chat-based capture is available on Meta properties. Snapchat and TikTok support in‑app instant forms or landing-page redirects for lead capture.

Get Started How it works
Messenger1:12 PM
Hi there! Want to schedule a test drive?
Yes — this week works.
Great. What day is best for you?
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Got it. What’s your email so we can confirm?
alex@example.com
Perfect — you’re confirmed. A specialist will text you 24 hours before your appointment.

Why Click to Message

Chat removes friction. People can ask questions, get clarity, and share details in a familiar channel — boosting response and conversion rates versus form‑only flows.

Instant Engagement

Skip the long form. Drive people straight into Messenger or Instagram chat to qualify faster.

Automated + Human

Use quick replies and conditional logic, then hand off to a live agent in the same thread.

CRM Ready

Sync conversations and captured details directly into your CRM for rapid follow‑ups.

Platform Reach

Meet customers where they’re most active. Capture through chat on Meta, and use instant forms or landing‑page redirects on other major platforms.

Facebook & Instagram

Chat-based

Click‑to‑Message ads that open Messenger or Instagram chat. Supports instant forms + chat optimization.

Snapchat

Instant Forms

Lead Gen ads with in‑app instant forms (prefill available). Sync to CRM or download.

TikTok

Instant Forms

Lead Generation objective with in‑app instant form or landing‑page redirect; supports CRM/API integrations.

Best Practices

Keep it brief

Six questions or fewer is usually optimal; start with easy qualifiers, then ask sensitive items later.

Set expectations

Tell people what happens next: who will reach out, via which channel, and when.

Destination Optimization

Test instant forms + chat to let Meta route people to their preferred conversion path.

How to Get Started

1) Choose Objective

Select “Leads” in Ads Manager and set your performance goal to maximize number of leads.

2) Pick Conversion Location

Use Messenger or Instagram chat. Or test “Instant forms + Messenger” to auto‑optimize delivery.

3) Connect Your CRM

Sync leads to your CRM for faster follow‑up. If you don’t have one, use the Leads Center.

4) Build Your Flow

Write greeting, quick replies, and validation. Hand off to a live agent when needed.

5) Launch & Test

Run A/B tests across placements, creative, and destination optimization to improve CPL.

6) Scale

Use Advantage+ budget, placements, and creative to reach more qualified people efficiently.

FAQs

Does Click to Message work outside Meta?

Chat‑based lead capture is native to Meta (Messenger/Instagram/WhatsApp). On Snapchat and TikTok, we capture via instant forms or by directing to a mobile‑optimized landing page.

Can I combine forms and chat?

Yes. With Destination Optimization, Meta can route users to either an instant form or chat based on their preferences — often lowering CPL while expanding reach.

Can I qualify leads in chat?

Yes. Use quick replies, conditional logic, and answer validation. Handoff to a human in the same thread when needed.