Overview
This node interacts with the Facebook Threads API, enabling users to manage threads on Facebook programmatically. Specifically, for the Thread - Delete operation, it allows deleting a thread by its ID. This is useful in scenarios where you want to automate content moderation, remove outdated or unwanted discussions, or manage threads as part of a larger workflow.
Practical example:
- Automatically delete threads that contain inappropriate content detected by an AI moderation system.
- Clean up old threads after a certain period to keep your Facebook page organized.
Properties
Name | Meaning |
---|---|
Thread ID | The unique identifier of the thread you want to delete. This is required to specify which thread will be removed. |
Output
The output is a JSON object representing the response from the Facebook Graph API after attempting to delete the thread. Typically, this will include confirmation of deletion or error details if the operation failed.
No binary data is output by this node.
Example output structure (simplified):
{
"success": true
}
or in case of failure:
{
"error": {
"message": "Error message describing what went wrong",
"type": "OAuthException",
"code": 190,
"fbtrace_id": "XYZ123"
}
}
Dependencies
- Requires a valid API authentication token for the Facebook Threads API. This token must have sufficient permissions to delete threads.
- The node expects the user to configure credentials containing the access token or OAuth token data.
- Network access to
https://graph.facebook.com
is necessary.
Troubleshooting
Common issues:
- Invalid or expired access token: The API will reject requests if the token is invalid or expired.
- Insufficient permissions: The token must have the right scopes to delete threads.
- Incorrect Thread ID: Providing a non-existent or malformed thread ID will cause errors.
Common error messages and resolutions:
"Invalid OAuth access token."
— Refresh or provide a valid access token."Unsupported delete request."
— Verify that the thread ID is correct and that deletion is allowed.- Network timeouts or connectivity errors — Check internet connection and firewall settings.
Links and References
- Facebook Graph API Documentation
- Facebook Threads API Overview (general reference; actual URL may vary)