Actions26
- Message Actions
- Group Actions
- Interactive Actions
- Chat Actions
- Instance Actions
Overview
This node integrates with the Uniteds WhatsApp API to send various types of WhatsApp messages, including sending contact information. It is useful for automating WhatsApp communications such as sending contact cards to recipients. For example, a business can use this node to send a contact card of a sales representative to a customer via WhatsApp.
Use Case Examples
- Sending a contact card with a name and phone number to a specified WhatsApp number using the Uniteds WhatsApp API.
- Automating customer support by sending contact details of support agents through WhatsApp messages.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Instance ID | The ID of the WhatsApp instance to use for sending the message. |
| Phone Number | The recipient's phone number with country code to whom the contact message will be sent. |
| Contact Name | The name of the contact being sent in the message. |
| Contact Phone | The phone number of the contact being sent in the message. |
Output
JSON
messageId- The unique identifier of the sent message.status- The status of the message sending operation (e.g., sent, failed).to- The recipient phone number to whom the contact was sent.contactName- The name of the contact sent.contactPhone- The phone number of the contact sent.
Dependencies
- Uniteds WhatsApp API
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the provided Instance ID is correct and active in the Uniteds WhatsApp system.
- Verify the phone numbers are in the correct international format with country code.
- Check API credentials and URL configuration to ensure proper authentication and connectivity.
- Common error messages may include invalid instance ID, unauthorized access due to wrong API credentials, or invalid phone number format. Resolving these involves verifying credentials, instance ID, and phone number formatting.
Links
- Uniteds WhatsApp API Documentation - Official documentation for the Uniteds WhatsApp API used by this node.