How to Send WhatsApp Messages from Google Sheets Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to integrate Google Sheets with WhatsApp to send messages in bulk using Pabbly Connect. Follow this detailed tutorial for step-by-step guidance. Discover hidden automation capabilities within your existing tools. This guide shows you how to connect your essential applications and permanently eliminate redundant manual processes.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for WhatsApp Integration

To start the integration process for sending WhatsApp messages from Google Sheets, you first need to access Pabbly Connect. Begin by visiting the Pabbly website and navigate to the Pabbly Connect section. If you are an existing user, simply sign in; new users can sign up for free and receive 100 free tasks during account creation.

Once logged in, you will be directed to the dashboard. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button to initiate your WhatsApp messaging setup. Here, you will need to name your workflow, such as ‘Send WhatsApp Messages from Google Sheets in Bulk’, and click on ‘Create’ to proceed.

2. Setting Up the Schedule Trigger in Pabbly Connect

The next step in your integration using Pabbly Connect is to set up a schedule trigger. This allows you to automate when your workflow will run. In the trigger section, search for the ‘Schedule’ application. Choose how often you want the workflow to run; for this example, we’ll select ‘Once’. Set the specific date and time you want the messages to be sent.

• Select the date for sending messages.
• Set the time for when the messages should be sent.

After saving the schedule, you will proceed to add the action application. In this case, select ‘Google Sheets’ and choose the action event as ‘Get Rows’. This is where you will retrieve the contact details from your Google Sheet.

3. Connecting Google Sheets with Pabbly Connect

Now that you have set the trigger, the next step in Pabbly Connect is to connect your Google Sheets account. Click on ‘Connect’ and then ‘Add New Connection’. You will be prompted to sign in to your Google account and grant the necessary permissions to allow Pabbly Connect to access your sheets.

Once connected, select the spreadsheet containing your contact information. For this tutorial, we will use a sheet named ‘Employee Details’. Specify the range from which you want to retrieve data, starting from A2 to C, ensuring that all relevant rows are included.

4. Sending WhatsApp Messages Using Pabbly Connect

After successfully retrieving data from Google Sheets, the next action involves sending WhatsApp messages. To do this, add a new action step and select ‘Interact’ as your application. Choose the action event as ‘Send WhatsApp Template Message’. This integration is facilitated through Pabbly Connect to ensure seamless communication.

• You will need to provide the country code and phone number.
• Map the phone number from the data retrieved from Google Sheets.
• Specify the template code name for the message.

Fill in all required fields, including the message body and any variables. Once all fields are completed, click ‘Save and Send Test Request’. If done correctly, you should receive a confirmation that your WhatsApp message has been sent successfully.

5. Conclusion: Automating WhatsApp Messaging with Pabbly Connect

Using Pabbly Connect to send WhatsApp messages from Google Sheets is an efficient way to automate communication with your contacts. In this tutorial, we demonstrated how to set up a scheduled trigger, connect Google Sheets, and send template messages through WhatsApp.

This integration not only saves time but also ensures that your messages reach the intended recipients without manual effort. With Pabbly Connect, you can easily manage and automate your messaging tasks, enhancing your productivity.