Learn how to integrate AI with WhatsApp inquiries using Pabbly Chatflow in this step-by-step tutorial. Handle customer queries effortlessly! Explore how leading businesses automate customer interactions with carefully designed chat sequences that feel natural and helpful.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Chatflow for WhatsApp Integration

To start handling WhatsApp inquiries effortlessly, you need to access Pabbly Chatflow. Begin by visiting the Pabbly website and signing in to your account. If you are a new user, click on ‘Sign Up Free’ to create an account and receive 300 credits to explore the features.

Once you are logged in, navigate to the Pabbly Chatflow dashboard. Here, you can see various options including creating a new assistant for WhatsApp inquiries. This is where the integration process begins, allowing you to set up automated responses for incoming messages.


2. Adding Your WhatsApp Number to Pabbly Chatflow

To enable your AI assistant to respond to WhatsApp inquiries, you need to add your WhatsApp number in Pabbly Chatflow. Click on the ‘Add WhatsApp Number’ button. You will see two options: WhatsApp Connect and Manual Token Connect.

  • Choose WhatsApp Connect for easier setup.
  • Follow the prompts to link your WhatsApp account.

After successfully adding your number, you can start creating your AI assistant. This integration allows your assistant to automatically reply to inquiries received via WhatsApp, making customer interaction seamless.


3. Creating an AI Assistant in Pabbly Chatflow

Now that your WhatsApp number is connected, it’s time to create your AI assistant. In Pabbly Chatflow, click on the ‘Add AI Assistant’ button. You will be prompted to name your assistant. Choose a name that reflects your business.

Once named, you will enter the flow configuration screen. Here, you can select the instruction type for your assistant. Options include predefined agents like AI Agent or Customer Support Agent. Select the one that best fits your needs.

  • Set the temperature for response creativity.
  • Choose the model, such as GPT-4 Mini.

After configuring these settings, you will need to input your OpenAI API key to authenticate your assistant. This key allows your assistant to generate responses based on the queries it receives.


4. Configuring AI Assistant Settings in Pabbly Chatflow

With your AI assistant created, you can now configure its settings in Pabbly Chatflow. Start by adding header and footer messages that will appear in the chat. These can include greetings or disclaimers that set the tone for customer interaction.

Next, specify stop keywords that will halt the assistant’s responses when typed by users. For example, if a user types ‘human’, the assistant will stop responding, allowing a human agent to take over.

Set fallback attempts for unresponsive queries. Define a fallback message for when the AI fails to respond.

These configurations ensure that your assistant is equipped to handle inquiries efficiently, providing a smooth experience for your customers.


5. Assigning Your AI Assistant to WhatsApp Chats

Finally, to make your AI assistant functional, you need to assign it to your WhatsApp chats in Pabbly Chatflow. Access the inbox settings and scroll to AI auto-reply settings. Enable this feature to allow the assistant to respond to incoming messages.

Next, select the contact list that you want to assign the assistant to. You can choose all contacts or specific ones. After making your selection, click ‘Save’ to apply the changes.

Test the assistant by sending a message to your WhatsApp number. Ensure that the assistant responds as configured.

By completing these steps, you have successfully integrated your AI assistant with WhatsApp using Pabbly Chatflow. This setup enables you to handle inquiries effortlessly, enhancing your customer service experience.


Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to use Pabbly Chatflow to handle WhatsApp inquiries effortlessly. By following the steps outlined, you can create an AI assistant that responds to customer queries and improves engagement.

Ensure you check out Pabbly Connect to create business automation workflows and reduce manual tasks. Pabbly Connect currently offer integration with 2,000+ applications.

Utilizing Pabbly Chatflow for automating your WhatsApp interactions not only saves time but also enhances customer satisfaction. Start implementing these steps today to streamline your customer support!