Develop an Automated Twitter DM Hack with Make.com
- Riolyn Murray
- Mar 19
- 3 min read

Introduction
It is not news to us that maintaining conversational and compelling relationships with your Twitter followers is time-consuming in today's digital environment. Manual outreach is certainly not scalable, whether it is about announcing a product launch, providing significant updates, or simply welcome new followers. However, to simplify the process, one can resort to use platforms like Make.com and PhantomBuster. This thorough guide will demonstrate, the usage of such platforms and through that how any individual can efficiently automate Twitter messages and at the same time uphold platform norms and authenticity.

Understanding the Twitter Automation Framework
Before we dive into the technical setup, it is a must, that we understand the two approaches available and required:
Basic Follower Messaging System
Scrapes your follower list
Sends automated announcements
Perfect for product launches and updates
Cost-effective solution
Advanced AI-Powered Outreach (Premium Option)
Leverages Twitter API v2 ($100/month)
Includes AI-powered message personalization
Scrapes detailed profile information
Enhanced targeting capabilities
For this guide, we'll focus on the basic system, which provides excellent value while maintaining platform compliance.
Important Safety Considerations
Before implementing any Twitter automation, keep these crucial guidelines in mind:
Limit automated messages to 50-80 per day maximum
Focus on engaging with your existing followers
Avoid spam-like behavior that could risk account deactivation
Ensure your messaging adds value to recipients

Step-by-Step Implementation Guide
Setting Up Phantom Buster
First, we'll configure Phantom Buster to collect follower information:
Navigate to Phantom Buster's solutions section
Select "Twitter Follower Collection"
Enter your Twitter domain
Install the Chrome extension
Connect your Twitter account
Configure extraction settings:
Followers per profile: 10 (adjustable)
Extraction frequency: Once per day
Authentication settings

Creating Your Make.com Workflow
The Make.com workflow will handle the data processing:
Create a new scenario
Add Phantom Buster Twitter module
Configure the watch settings
Set up JSON parsing (double parse required)
Connect to Google Sheets

Data Management with Google Sheets
Structure your data efficiently:
Create a new Google Sheet
Set up columns:
Twitter URL
Username
Bio
Website
Configure sharing settings for Phantom Buster access
Message Configuration
When setting up your automated messages:
Keep messages personalized using variables
Include clear value propositions
Maintain a professional tone
Rotate message templates regularly

Best Practices for Twitter Automation
To maintain authenticity and effectiveness:
Message Frequency
Start with once per day
Monitor engagement rates
Adjust based on response
Content Guidelines
Personalize using profile variables
Keep messages concise
Include clear calls-to-action
Rotate message templates
Technical Considerations
Regular cookie session updates
Monitor API limits
Back up data regularly
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Address these common challenges proactively:
Message Delivery
Check recipient privacy settings
Verify DM permissions
Monitor spam filters
Authentication
Update session cookies regularly
Maintain API access
Monitor account status
Scaling Your Automation
As your automation needs grow:
Start small and scale gradually
Monitor engagement metrics
Adjust message templates based on response rates
Consider upgrading to advanced features
Expert Tips for Maximum Impact
Message Optimization
Test different message formats
Track response rates
Iterate based on results
Audience Segmentation
Group followers by engagement
Customize messages per segment
Track segment performance
Take Your Twitter Automation to the Next Level
Ready to transform your Twitter engagement? Following are steps you can use to do so:
Book a Free Automation Consultation Call at https://www.growwstacks.com/get-free-automation-consultation
You can use Make.com and avail of our special offer where you will receive10,000 free operations when you register through our magic link: https://www.make.com/en/register?pc=growwstacks
If you have and specific automation requirements to be met with, based on your preferences, you can connect with our experts at admin@growwstacks.com.
Technical Requirements Checklist
Before implementing:
Twitter account with proper settings
Make.com account
Phantom Buster account
Google Sheets access
Chrome browser for extension
Conclusion
Twitter automation, when used smartly and efficiently, has the power to not only enhance social media exposure but also conserves numerous hours that individuals spend to follow up on activities that require manual effort. You will realize that if you religiously follow the steps mentioned above, while maintaining safety guidelines. You will have successfully created for yourself, an effective Twitter automated messaging setup, that will boost your outreach initiatives and maintain authenticity, especially in the long run.
Switch up from manual efforts to deliver customized messages, create a new method to engage on Twitter. Visit us at www.growwstacks.com where you can learn how to automate your workflow process.
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