How to Send WhatsApp Messages on Contact Form 7 Submission Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate WhatsApp messages on Contact Form 7 submissions using Pabbly Connect and AiSensy. Step-by-step guide included. Discover how to seamlessly connect your essential tools through accessible instructions that make powerful automation available to professionals at every skill level.

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1. Overview of Pabbly Connect for WhatsApp Automation

Pabbly Connect is a powerful automation tool that enables seamless integration between applications. In this tutorial, we will use Pabbly Connect to automate sending WhatsApp messages upon a new submission in Contact Form 7.

This integration is particularly useful for businesses that want to enhance customer communication by sending timely and automated responses. By leveraging Pabbly Connect, you can streamline your workflow and save valuable time.

2. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for Your Workflow

To begin, access your Pabbly Connect account by signing in at the Pabbly Connect website. If you are a new user, you can sign up for free and enjoy 100 free tasks every month. After signing in, you will see the Pabbly Connect dashboard. using Pabbly Connect

• Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button in the top right corner.
• Name your workflow, for example, ‘Send WhatsApp Message on Contact Form Submission.’
• Select a folder where you want to save this workflow.

Once you have named your workflow and selected the folder, click on the ‘Create’ button. Your workflow is now set up and ready for the next step.

3. Configuring the Trigger for Contact Form 7

In this step, we will configure the trigger that initiates the automation. For the trigger application, select Contact Form 7. The trigger event you need to choose is ‘New Form Submission.’

Pabbly Connect will provide you with a unique webhook URL. Copy this URL as it will be used to connect Contact Form 7 to Pabbly Connect.

• Log in to your WordPress site and navigate to the Contact Form 7 form you wish to use.
• Go to the ‘Webhooks’ section and paste the copied webhook URL.
• Save the changes to your form.

Once you have saved the form, your Contact Form 7 is now connected to Pabbly Connect. You can test the integration by submitting a form.

4. Setting Up the Action to Send WhatsApp Messages

After successfully configuring the trigger, it’s time to set up the action that sends WhatsApp messages via AiSensy. For the action application, select AiSensy and choose the action event as ‘Send Template Message.’

You will need to connect your AiSensy account to Pabbly Connect by entering your API key. This key can be found in your AiSensy account under the API settings.

Create a message template in AiSensy that you want to send to your customers. Map the customer’s phone number and name from the previous step to personalize the message.

After mapping the data, click on the ‘Send Test Request’ button to ensure everything is working correctly. If successful, you will receive a confirmation message.

5. Final Testing of the Automation

With the workflow set up, it’s crucial to conduct a final test to ensure that everything functions as intended. Submit a test entry through your Contact Form 7 form.

Once the form is submitted, check your WhatsApp to see if you received the automated message. This confirms that the integration between Contact Form 7, AiSensy, and Pabbly Connect is working perfectly.

Remember to monitor the automation regularly to ensure it continues to function as expected. If you encounter any issues, revisit the steps to troubleshoot the connection.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we demonstrated how to send WhatsApp messages automatically on Contact Form 7 submissions using Pabbly Connect and AiSensy. This integration not only saves time but also enhances customer communication, making your business more efficient.