Actions85
- Instances Actions
- Client Actions
- Message Actions
- Chat Actions
- Contact Actions
- Number Actions
- Group Actions
- Channel Actions
- Label Actions
- Story Actions
Overview
This node sends a vCard message to a specified chat in a WhatsApp-like messaging environment. It is useful for automating the sharing of contact information in a structured format, such as sending business cards or personal contact details directly within chats or groups.
Practical examples include:
- Automatically sending your company’s contact card to new clients.
- Sharing team member contact details in group chats.
- Distributing event organizer contact info during event-related conversations.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Id | The numeric identifier of the instance where the message will be sent. |
| Chat Id | The target chat's unique identifier, formatted as <countrycode><usernumber>@c.us for users or @g.us for groups. |
| V Card | The contact details to send, provided as a JSON object representing a vCard with fields like first name, last name, phone number, email, address, organization, and website. |
Output
The node outputs JSON data representing the result of the send operation. This typically includes confirmation details such as message status or identifiers confirming that the vCard was sent successfully.
No binary data output is involved.
Dependencies
- Requires an API key credential for authenticating with the external WaAPI service.
- The node communicates with the WaAPI REST API at
https://waapi.app/api/v1. - Proper configuration of this API key credential in n8n is necessary for successful execution.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid Chat Id: If the chat ID is malformed or does not exist, the API may return an error. Ensure the chat ID follows the correct format and corresponds to an active user or group.
- Missing or Invalid API Key: Authentication failures occur if the API key credential is missing or incorrect. Verify the API key setup in n8n credentials.
- Malformed vCard JSON: Errors can arise if the vCard JSON is invalid or missing required fields. Validate the JSON structure before sending.
- Instance Id Issues: Providing an incorrect instance ID might cause the request to fail. Confirm the instance ID is valid and accessible.
Links and References
- vCard Format Specification
- WaAPI Documentation (general) (Assumed based on base URL)