Actions14
Overview
This node allows managing WhatsApp groups via the Wuzapi API. It supports a variety of group-related operations such as creating groups, retrieving group information, managing participants, and updating group settings like name, description, photo, and invite links.
The "Set Name" operation specifically changes the name of an existing WhatsApp group. This is useful when you want to rename a group to better reflect its purpose or membership.
Practical example:
You have a WhatsApp group for a project team named "Project Alpha". After the project evolves, you want to rename the group to "Project Beta Team" to keep it relevant. Using this node's "Set Name" operation, you can automate renaming the group without manual intervention in WhatsApp.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Group JID | The unique identifier (JID) of the WhatsApp group to modify. Example: 120363312246943103@g.us |
| New Name | The new name to assign to the group. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the response from the Wuzapi API after attempting to change the group name. This typically includes confirmation details about the update or error messages if the operation failed.
No binary data output is produced by this operation.
Dependencies
- Requires an active connection to the Wuzapi API with valid API credentials configured in n8n.
- The node depends on the external Wuzapi service to perform WhatsApp group management actions.
- Proper network access to the Wuzapi API endpoint is necessary.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or missing Group JID: Ensure the group identifier is correct and corresponds to an existing WhatsApp group.
- Insufficient permissions: The API user must have rights to modify the group name.
- Network or authentication errors: Verify API credentials and connectivity to the Wuzapi service.
Error messages:
"Binary property \"...\" not found"— Not applicable for "Set Name" but may appear in other operations involving images.- API error responses will be passed through; check the message for details such as invalid parameters or authorization failures.
To resolve errors, double-check input values, ensure credentials are valid, and confirm that the group exists and is accessible.
Links and References
- Wuzapi Official Documentation (for detailed API usage and capabilities)
- WhatsApp Groups overview: https://faq.whatsapp.com/general/chats/how-to-create-a-group/