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Send WhatsApp messages via Green API

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Overview

This node integrates with the Green API service to manage WhatsApp groups and messages. Specifically, for the "Group" resource and the "Update Group Name" operation, it allows users to update the name of an existing WhatsApp group by providing the group's unique ID and the new desired name.

Common scenarios where this node is beneficial include:

  • Renaming a WhatsApp group to reflect a change in purpose or membership.
  • Automating group management tasks within workflows that involve WhatsApp communications.
  • Keeping group names consistent with external systems or databases.

Practical example:

  • A marketing team uses this node to rename WhatsApp groups automatically based on campaign phases, ensuring participants always see the current campaign name.

Properties

Name Meaning
Group Name The new name to assign to the WhatsApp group.
Group ID The unique identifier of the WhatsApp group whose name you want to update.

Output

The node outputs a JSON array containing the response from the Green API after attempting to update the group name. This response typically includes confirmation details about the update operation, such as success status or error information.

No binary data output is involved in this operation.

Dependencies

  • Requires an active Green API account with valid credentials (an instance ID and an API token).
  • The node needs these credentials configured in n8n to authenticate requests to the Green API endpoints.
  • Internet access to communicate with the Green API service.

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues:

    • Invalid or expired API credentials will cause authentication failures.
    • Incorrect or malformed Group ID may result in errors indicating the group was not found.
    • Network connectivity problems can prevent successful API calls.

  • Error messages:

    • "Failed to update group name: <error message>" indicates the API call failed; check the provided Group ID and API credentials.
    • Errors including "Data sent: {...}" show the payload sent to the API, useful for debugging incorrect parameters.

  • Resolutions:

    • Verify that the Group ID is correct and corresponds to an existing WhatsApp group.
    • Ensure the API credentials are correctly set up and have necessary permissions.
    • Check network connectivity and retry the operation.

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