Automate WhatsApp Messages for Facebook Leads Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate WhatsApp messages for Facebook leads in the travel and tourism sector using Pabbly Connect. Follow these detailed steps to set up your integration.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Automation

To begin sending automated WhatsApp messages to leads, you need to access Pabbly Connect. Start by visiting the Pabbly Connect homepage by typing ‘Pabbly.com/connect’ in your browser.

If you are a new user, click on the ‘Sign Up Free’ button to create your account. Existing users can simply click on ‘Sign In’. After signing in, you will be directed to the dashboard where you can create and manage your workflows.

2. Creating a New Workflow in Pabbly Connect

Once you are logged into Pabbly Connect, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ option located at the top right corner of the dashboard. You will see a dialog box prompting you to name your workflow.

• Name your workflow something descriptive, like ‘Send Automated WhatsApp Message to Facebook Leads’.
• Select a folder to save your workflow, if desired.
• Click ‘Create’ to proceed to the next step.

After creating the workflow, you will see options for setting up a trigger and an action. The trigger will be Facebook Lead Ads, and the action will be to send a WhatsApp message using your chosen application.

3. Setting Up the Trigger with Facebook Lead Ads

In this step, you will set up the trigger for your workflow using Pabbly Connect. Select Facebook Lead Ads as your trigger application. Then, choose the trigger event as ‘New Lead Instant’. This ensures that your workflow will be activated whenever a new lead is generated.

Next, you will need to connect your Facebook account. Click on ‘Add New Connection’ and authorize Pabbly Connect to access your Facebook account. Once connected, select the Facebook page and the lead generation form associated with it. Make sure to save your settings.

4. Testing the Integration for Accuracy

After setting up the trigger, it’s crucial to test the integration to ensure everything works smoothly. In Pabbly Connect, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’. You will need to submit a test lead through the Facebook lead form to capture the response.

To do this, go to the Meta for Developers site and use the Lead Ads Testing Tool. Select your Facebook page and fill out the form with sample data. After submitting, return to Pabbly Connect to verify that the response has been captured successfully.

5. Setting Up the Action to Send WhatsApp Messages

Now that the trigger is working, it’s time to set up the action to send WhatsApp messages using Pabbly Connect. Choose your action application, such as Interact or Cloud API, and select ‘Send WhatsApp Template Message’ as the action event.

• Connect your action application by entering the required credentials, such as the secret key from your account settings.
• Map the phone number and message template details as required.
• Click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to ensure the message is sent correctly.

Once you see a successful response in Pabbly Connect, check your WhatsApp to confirm that the message has been received. This completes your automation setup, allowing you to send automated WhatsApp messages to new leads from Facebook.

Conclusion

Using Pabbly Connect, you can automate the process of sending WhatsApp messages to your Facebook leads in the travel and tourism sector. This integration streamlines communication and enhances lead management effectively.