Create an AI chatbot for WhatsApp with Whapi.Cloud and OpenAI GPT-3.5
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- Webhook
n8n-nodes-base.webhook - Edit Fields (Set)
n8n-nodes-base.set - If
n8n-nodes-base.if - Switch
n8n-nodes-base.switch - HTTP Request
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - OpenAI
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What it does
How it works: • Receives WhatsApp messages via webhook from Whapi.Cloud • Routes commands: AI chat (/ai), numeric commands (1-9), or help menu • Sends responses: text, images, documents, videos, contacts, product info • Manages WhatsApp groups: create, send messages, list groups • Integrates with OpenAI ChatGPT for AI-powered conversations Set up steps: Setup takes ~5-10 minutes. Import the workflow, configure Whapi.Cloud credentials (token from dashboard), set up webhook URL in Whapi.Cloud settings, and optionally add OpenAI API key for AI chat. Activate the workflow and start receiving messages. Key features: • No Meta restrictions or approval • Visual no-code workflow - easy to customize • Production-ready with error handling • Well-documented with sticky notes inside the workflow Perfect for businesses, developers, and automation enthusiasts who want WhatsApp automation without coding.