How to Send WhatsApp Alerts When New Email Is Received via Parser Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate WhatsApp alerts for new emails received via parser using Pabbly Connect. Follow our step-by-step tutorial to streamline your notifications. Implement the precise methodologies leading organizations use to automate repetitive tasks, illustrated with practical examples designed for immediate application.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Email and WhatsApp Integration

To send WhatsApp alerts when a new email is received, you must first access Pabbly Connect. Begin by visiting the Pabbly Connect website and signing in or signing up for a free account.

Once logged in, navigate to the dashboard where you can create a new workflow. Pabbly Connect allows you to automate various tasks, including sending alerts to WhatsApp upon receiving emails. This initial setup is crucial for the integration to function correctly.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After accessing Pabbly Connect, click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will be prompted to name your workflow, such as ‘Send WhatsApp Alerts for New Emails.’ This name helps you identify the workflow later.

• Choose the workflow folder for better organization.
• Select either the new beta version or the classic version of the workflow builder.

After naming your workflow and selecting the folder, click on the ‘Create’ button. This action will set up the framework for your integration process.

3. Setting Up the Trigger for New Emails

To configure the trigger, select the ‘Email Parser by Pabbly’ as your trigger application. The trigger event will be set to ‘New Email Received.’ This setup ensures that your workflow activates whenever a new email arrives in your Gmail account.

Next, you will need to connect your Gmail account to Pabbly Connect. Click on the ‘Connect’ button to obtain the email parser address. Copy this address and add it as a forwarding address in your Gmail settings. This step is essential for capturing incoming emails.

4. Creating a Filter for Specific Emails

To optimize the emails forwarded to Pabbly Connect, create a filter in your Gmail account. This filter will allow only emails containing the word ‘inquiry’ to be forwarded. Click on ‘Create a Filter’ in Gmail settings and input the keyword.

• Select options like ‘Mark as Read’ to manage your inbox effectively.
• Save the filter to apply it to incoming emails.

After setting the filter, return to Pabbly Connect and capture the email parser response to ensure it’s working correctly. Send a test email to verify that the setup functions as expected.

5. Integrating WhatsApp to Send Alerts

Now that you have set up the email trigger, it’s time to configure the WhatsApp integration. Select ‘WhatsApp Cloud API’ as your action application in Pabbly Connect. Choose the action event as ‘Send Template Message’ to send alerts to your WhatsApp account.

You will need to connect your WhatsApp account to Pabbly Connect. Click on the ‘Connect’ button and enter your access token, phone number ID, and WhatsApp business account ID. These details can be obtained from your Meta for Developers account.

Conclusion

By following this tutorial, you can successfully set up Pabbly Connect to send WhatsApp alerts whenever a new email is received via parser. This automation streamlines your communication and ensures you never miss important inquiries.