Actions37
- Instance Actions
- Message Actions
- Group Actions
- Contact Actions
- Chat Actions
- Campaign Actions
- Chatbot Actions
Overview
This node integrates with the UazAPI service to manage WhatsApp groups programmatically. Specifically, the Group - Create operation allows users to create a new WhatsApp group by specifying a group name and a list of participants' phone numbers.
Common scenarios where this node is beneficial include automating the creation of WhatsApp groups for customer support teams, marketing campaigns, or community management without manual intervention. For example, a business can automatically create a group for a new project team and add all relevant members based on their phone numbers.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Group Name | The name to assign to the new WhatsApp group. |
| Participants | Comma-separated list of phone numbers (with country code, no plus sign) to be added as participants in the group. |
Output
The output is a JSON object representing the response from the UazAPI after attempting to create the group. This typically includes details about the newly created group such as its ID, name, participant list, and status.
No binary data is output by this operation.
Example output structure (simplified):
{
"groupId": "120363308883996631@g.us",
"name": "My New Group",
"participants": [
"5511999999999",
"5511888888888"
],
"status": "created"
}
Dependencies
- Requires an active connection to the UazAPI service.
- Requires valid API credentials configured in n8n for authenticating requests to UazAPI.
- The base URL for the UazAPI must be set in the credentials.
- The node uses HTTP POST requests to the
/group/createendpoint of the UazAPI.
Troubleshooting
- Invalid or missing API credentials: Ensure that the API key or authentication token for UazAPI is correctly configured in n8n credentials.
- Malformed participants list: The participants property must be a comma-separated string of valid phone numbers including country codes but without "+" signs. Incorrect formatting may cause errors.
- Group name empty or invalid: The group name is required; leaving it blank will result in an error.
- Network or API errors: Check network connectivity and verify that the UazAPI service is reachable and operational.
- API rate limits or permission issues: If the API returns errors related to permissions or rate limiting, consult the UazAPI documentation or support.
Links and References
- UazAPI Official Documentation (hypothetical link)
- WhatsApp Group Management Concepts: https://faq.whatsapp.com/general/chats/how-to-create-a-group/?lang=en
- n8n HTTP Request Node Documentation: https://docs.n8n.io/nodes/n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest/