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Overview

This node sends contact information via a messaging API. It is useful for automating the sharing of contact details through messaging platforms, such as WhatsApp. For example, a business can use this node to send customer support contacts or sales representatives' information directly to clients.

Use Case Examples

  1. Sending a list of contacts to a specified recipient number on WhatsApp.
  2. Automating the distribution of contact cards for a company's team members.

Properties

Name Meaning
Instance Name The name of the instance that will send the contact, identifying the sender.
Recipient Number The phone number of the message recipient, formatted as a string.
Contacts A collection of contact details to send, including full name, WhatsApp number, formatted phone number, organization, email, and URL.

Output

JSON

  • sentMessageId - Identifier of the sent message.
  • status - Status of the message sending operation.

Dependencies

  • An API key credential for authenticating with the messaging API.

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the instance name is correctly specified and matches the configured instance in the messaging platform.
  • Verify the recipient number is in the correct format and is reachable via the messaging service.
  • Check that all required contact fields (full name, WhatsApp number, formatted number) are provided and correctly formatted.
  • Common error: 'Unsupported operation.' indicates the specified operation is not implemented or incorrectly referenced; verify the operation name.

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