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Send WhatsApp messages via Waapify API

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Overview

This node enables sending WhatsApp messages through the Waapify API. It supports various message types including text, media, location, contact cards, and templates. Additionally, it can check if a phone number is registered on WhatsApp.

The Send Location operation specifically allows users to send a geographic location as a message by specifying latitude and longitude coordinates.

Common scenarios:

  • Sharing a meeting point or event location with clients or team members.
  • Sending delivery or pickup locations in customer service workflows.
  • Automating location sharing in logistics or field service applications.

Example:
A user wants to notify a customer of the store location by sending a WhatsApp message containing the exact GPS coordinates.

Properties

Name Meaning
Phone Number The recipient's phone number including country code but without the "+" sign.
Latitude Latitude coordinate of the location to send, expressed as a decimal number.
Longitude Longitude coordinate of the location to send, expressed as a decimal number.

Output

The node outputs the JSON response returned by the Waapify API for each message sent. This typically includes confirmation details about the message delivery status.

  • The output is an array of JSON objects corresponding to each input item processed.
  • No binary data is produced by this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active Waapify API account with valid credentials (API base URL, instance ID, and access token).
  • The node uses these credentials to authenticate requests to the Waapify API endpoints.
  • Proper configuration of the API credentials within n8n is necessary before using the node.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid or missing phone number format may cause message sending failures.
    • Incorrect latitude or longitude values (e.g., out of range) might result in errors or unexpected behavior.
    • Network or authentication errors if API credentials are incorrect or expired.

  • Error messages:

    • Errors from the Waapify API are relayed with messages like Waapify API Error: <message>.
    • HTTP status codes accompany error messages to help diagnose issues (e.g., 401 Unauthorized, 400 Bad Request).

  • Resolution tips:

    • Verify phone numbers include country code without "+" and are valid WhatsApp numbers.
    • Ensure latitude is between -90 and 90, longitude between -180 and 180.
    • Check that API credentials are correctly set up and have not expired.
    • Use the "Continue On Fail" option in n8n to handle individual item errors gracefully.

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