Learn how to integrate Facebook Lead Ads with WhatsApp using Pabbly Connect to automate sending messages to new leads. Step-by-step tutorial included. Explore systematic approaches to creating efficient automation solutions that convert technical concepts into practical, implementable instructions.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To start sending text messages on WhatsApp via Pabbly Connect, first, navigate to the Pabbly Connect website by typing ‘Pabbly.com/connect’ in your browser. Here, you will find options to sign in if you are an existing user or sign up if you’re new. Signing up is quick and easy, taking less than two minutes.

Once logged in, you will see various Pabbly products. Click on the ‘Access Now’ button under Pabbly Connect. This will take you to the dashboard where you can create a new workflow for your integration.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

On the Pabbly Connect dashboard, look for the ‘Create Workflow’ button. Click on it to open a dialog box where you can name your workflow. For this integration, name it something descriptive like ‘Send WhatsApp Messages for New Facebook Leads’. After naming, click on the ‘Create’ button.

  • Choose Facebook Lead Ads as the trigger application.
  • Set the trigger event to ‘New Lead Instant’.
  • Click on ‘Connect’ to link your Facebook account.

This is where Pabbly Connect facilitates the integration by allowing seamless communication between Facebook and WhatsApp. After connecting, you will need to select the Facebook page and lead generation form you want to use.

3. Connecting Facebook Lead Ads to Pabbly Connect

After successfully connecting your Facebook account, you will need to specify the page and lead form. Select the appropriate Facebook page from the dropdown menu and the corresponding lead generation form. Once selected, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to test the connection. using Pabbly Connect

To ensure that everything is working properly, you can create a test lead using Facebook’s Lead Ads testing tool. Fill in the required fields like first name, last name, email, and phone number, then submit the form. Pabbly Connect will capture this data and prepare it for the next step.

4. Sending WhatsApp Messages Using Online Live Support

With the lead data captured, you can now set up the action to send a WhatsApp message. In Pabbly Connect, select ‘WhatsApp by Online Live Support’ as your action application. Choose the action event ‘Send Text Message’ and click on ‘Connect’.

  • Add a new connection by entering your WhatsApp session ID.
  • Map the phone number received from the lead data.
  • Write the message you want to send.

Pabbly Connect allows you to format the phone number correctly by removing any unnecessary characters. Once you have set everything up, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to verify that the WhatsApp message is sent successfully.

5. Testing the Integration for Success

After configuring the WhatsApp action, it is crucial to test the entire workflow to ensure it works as expected. Go back to the Facebook Lead Ads testing tool, delete the previous test lead, and refresh the page. Then, create a new test lead with different details.

Upon submission of the new lead, check your WhatsApp to see if the message was received. If everything is set up correctly, you should receive the WhatsApp message immediately. This confirms that your integration using Pabbly Connect is successful and operational.

Conclusion

By following this tutorial, you can effectively use Pabbly Connect to automate sending WhatsApp messages for new Facebook leads. This integration enhances communication and improves response time, making your online live support more efficient.

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