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Overview

This node integrates with the Zender WhatsApp API to manage contacts and contact groups, among other communication-related resources. Specifically, the "Create Group" operation under the "Contact" resource allows users to create a new contact group by specifying its name. This is useful for organizing contacts into groups for targeted messaging or management.

Practical scenarios include:

  • Creating a new group to segment customers by region or interest.
  • Organizing contacts into groups for bulk messaging campaigns.
  • Managing contact lists efficiently within WhatsApp marketing workflows.

Properties

Name Meaning
Group Name The name of the new contact group to be created.

Output

The output is a JSON object representing the response from the Zender API after attempting to create the contact group. It typically contains details about the newly created group such as its ID, name, and status. The exact structure depends on the API response but generally confirms successful creation or provides error information.

No binary data output is involved in this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the Zender WhatsApp API.
  • The node makes HTTP POST requests to the endpoint /create/group on the configured base URL of the Zender API.
  • Proper configuration of the API base URL and credentials in n8n is necessary.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Missing or invalid API key credential will cause authentication failures.
    • Providing an empty or invalid group name may result in API errors.
    • Network connectivity issues can prevent the request from reaching the API.

  • Error messages:

    • Authentication errors usually indicate problems with the API key; verify and update credentials.
    • Validation errors from the API may indicate that the group name is missing or already exists.
    • HTTP errors (e.g., 4xx or 5xx) suggest issues with the request or server; check the API documentation and retry later.

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