Connecting Facebook and Instagram to my shopify store

Topic summary

A user is unable to connect their Facebook Business account to Shopify using the Facebook & Meta app, receiving a message that they don’t have the option to connect. They’re asking whether alternative apps exist or if changing their country setting might help.

Potential causes identified:

  • Country/regional restrictions on Meta-Shopify integration
  • Missing admin access to Facebook Business Manager, Page, or Ad Account
  • Unverified commerce account or misconfigured business setup
  • Ad account issues or incorrect page category settings

Recommended troubleshooting steps:

  • Verify admin rights in Meta Business Settings
  • Confirm page ownership in Business Manager > Business Settings
  • Check Meta’s supported country list for regional availability
  • Try using a VPN if region is restricted
  • Reinstall the Facebook & Meta app
  • Test with a different Facebook Business Manager account

Alternative apps suggested:

  • SocialShop
  • Flexify
  • CedCommerce Facebook Feed

The discussion remains open, with community members requesting additional details (exact error message, store country, other connected social accounts) to provide more targeted assistance.

Summarized with AI on October 30. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.

Hi, I have a problem with connecting my Facebook business account to my Shopify page. I am using Facebook & Meta app for it but it says that I do not have the option to connect. Is there any other app that can do the same or should I change my country?

Hi @snjezana ,

If you’re unable to connect your Facebook Business account to Shopify using the Facebook & Meta app, it could be due to country restrictions, missing admin access, an unverified commerce account, or ad account issues. First, check your Meta Business settings to ensure you have admin rights. If your region is restricted, try using a VPN or check Meta’s latest supported country list. If the issue persists, you can try alternative apps like SocialShop, Flexify, or CedCommerce Facebook Feed to sync products with Facebook and Instagram.

Hi @snjezana ,

Thanks for reaching out to the Shopify Community! I’m Mia from MooseDesk, your go-to Live Chat, WhatsApp and FAQ App here to help you enhance your customer support experience :blush:

It sounds like you’re experiencing an issue with the Facebook & Meta app integration on Shopify. This can happen for a few reasons, including regional restrictions, account permissions, or a misconfigured business setup. Let’s go through some possible solutions:

1. Check Your Facebook Business Manager Setup

  • Verify Admin Access: Ensure that you have full admin rights to the Facebook Business Manager, Page, and Ad Account. If you’re a staff member or don’t have the right permissions, Shopify won’t allow you to connect.
    - Confirm Ownership: Go to Business Manager > Business Settings > Pages and make sure the correct page is linked to your Business Manager.

2. Check for Country Restrictions

Some Shopify-Facebook integrations aren’t available in all regions. If the app doesn’t give you the option to connect, your country may not support the integration. You can check Meta’s list of supported countries here: Meta Business Partner Requirements.

3. Alternative Apps & Solutions

If Facebook & Meta app isn’t working, you can try third-party apps that allow Facebook shop integration:

4. Troubleshooting Steps

  • Clear Cache & Try Another Browser: Sometimes, authentication issues are browser-related.
  • Reinstall the Facebook & Meta App: Uninstall the app from Shopify, wait a few minutes, then reinstall it.
    - Try a Different Facebook Account: If you have multiple Business Managers, test with another account to see if the issue persists.

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Hey there! I’ve helped tons of store owners who ran into this exact same Facebook/Instagram connection headache. Super frustrating when you’re just trying to get your marketing set up, right?

That error message about “not having the option to connect” usually comes down to a few things:

Facebook Business Manager permissions might need tweaking, or sometimes your Facebook page category isn’t set right for selling products. Other times it’s just regional restrictions or the Meta app itself being glitchy.
Before I can point you in the right direction, I’d need to know:

What’s the exact error message you’re seeing?
Have you successfully connected any other social accounts?
Which country is your Shopify store registered in?

If you’re okay sharing your store URL, I could take a quick peek and spot what might be causing this. Getting your social media properly connected is a game-changer for driving traffic, so I’d be happy to guide you through this!