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Interact with the WARest WhatsApp REST API

Overview

This node operation allows a user to join a WhatsApp group using an invite link. It is useful for automating the process of joining groups via invitation links, which can be beneficial in scenarios such as community management, event coordination, or customer engagement where group participation is required.

Use Case Examples

  1. Automatically join a WhatsApp group when a new invite link is received.
  2. Integrate with other workflows to join groups for marketing or support purposes.

Properties

Name Meaning
Session The WhatsApp session to use for joining the group. This can be selected from existing sessions or entered manually.
Invite Link or Code The invite link or code used to join the WhatsApp group.

Output

JSON

  • json - The response from the API after attempting to join the group, typically containing details about the joined group or status.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for the WARest WhatsApp REST API and the base URL of the API server.

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the session ID is valid and active; otherwise, the join request will fail.
  • Verify that the invite link or code is correct and has not expired or been revoked.
  • Common error messages may include invalid session, invalid invite link, or network errors. Check API credentials and network connectivity if errors occur.

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