Question 1

How do I trigger a WhatsApp message from a new Airtable record?

Accepted Answer

Add an Airtable webhook node that watches a base for changes, or poll a table on a schedule with the list records operation. Wire its output into a WhatsApp send text message node and map the recipient phone number from a field in the record.

Question 2

Can incoming WhatsApp messages be saved into Airtable automatically?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the WhatsApp receive message operation as the trigger, then feed the sender and message text into an Airtable create record node. Each inbound conversation becomes a new row you can review and filter later.

Question 3

Do I need an approved WhatsApp template to message Airtable contacts?

Accepted Answer

For business-initiated messages outside the 24-hour window, WhatsApp requires a pre-approved template. Use the send template message operation and map template variables from your Airtable fields. Plain text messages work freely inside an active conversation window.

Question 4

Can I send media stored against an Airtable record over WhatsApp?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If an Airtable field holds a file URL, pass it to the WhatsApp send image, send document, or send video operation. The workflow delivers the attachment to the recipient phone number from the same record.

Question 5

How do I keep delivery status in Airtable up to date?

Accepted Answer

Add a WhatsApp receive status update node so the workflow hears delivered and read events. Match the message back to its Airtable record and use the update record operation to store the latest status.

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