# About RapidDM

> Canonical URL: https://rapiddm.com/about-us

RapidDM is an official Meta Graph API Instagram automation platform founded in 2025 by Govind Panchawat and Ankit Dungawat.

## Founders

- **Govind Panchawat** — Co-Founder ([LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/govindpanchawat/), [X / Twitter](https://x.com/aka_govind))
- **Ankit Dungawat** — Co-Founder ([LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/codewithrandom/))

## What RapidDM builds

RapidDM helps creators, coaches, agencies, and brands turn Instagram comments, Story replies, and Story mentions into instant DM conversations without charging per-subscriber contact taxes.

- Official Meta OAuth connection (never asks for your Instagram password)
- Comment-to-DM automation for posts, Reels, and Live videos
- Follow-to-continue verification gates
- Native audio voice note DMs and 10-card swipeable product carousels
- Flat pricing: Free ($0 for 1,000 DMs/month), Starter ($9/mo USD; ₹499/mo INR), and Pro ($19/mo or $132/yr USD; ₹899/mo INR)