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 images. Specifically, the 'Send Image' operation under the 'Message' resource allows users to send an image message to a specified phone number via a WhatsApp instance. This is useful for automating image sharing in customer support, marketing campaigns, or personal communication workflows.
Use Case Examples
- Sending a promotional image to a customer list.
- Sharing a product photo in a support chat.
- Automating image notifications to a team.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Instance ID | The ID of the WhatsApp instance used to send the message. |
| Phone Number | The recipient's phone number including the country code. |
| Media URL | The URL of the image file to be sent. |
| Caption | Optional caption text to accompany the image. |
Output
JSON
messageId- Unique identifier of the sent message.status- Status of the message sending operation (e.g., sent, failed).to- Phone number to which the image was sent.mediaUrl- URL of the sent media file.caption- Caption text sent with the image, if any.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for the Uniteds WhatsApp API, including the API URL endpoint.
Troubleshooting
- Common issues include invalid or missing Instance ID, incorrect phone number format, or inaccessible media URL.
- Errors may occur if the API key credential is invalid or expired.
- Network issues or API downtime can cause message sending failures.
- Ensure the media URL is publicly accessible and points to a valid image file format.
Links
- Uniteds WhatsApp API Documentation - Official documentation for the Uniteds WhatsApp API, including message sending endpoints and parameters.