Meta Guide

How to Build a WhatsApp Flow

Flows are the branching conversation paths that power automation. Here is how to design effective WhatsApp flows in a visual builder.

How it works

Step by step

1

Define the goal

Decide what the flow should achieve, such as booking, qualifying, or answering a FAQ, before you build.

2

Map the steps

Sketch the questions, replies, and decision points so the conversation has a clear start and end.

3

Build with drag-and-drop

Add message, question, condition, and action blocks in the visual builder to assemble the flow.

Features

More steps

Add branches and validation

Use conditions to handle different answers and validate inputs like email or phone numbers.

Connect actions

Trigger CRM updates, notifications, or store lookups at the right points in the flow.

Test and publish

Walk through every branch, fix dead ends, then publish and monitor real conversations.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a WhatsApp flow?

A flow is a structured, branching conversation built in a no-code editor that automates how your business responds based on what the customer says or does.

How is a flow different from a chatbot?

Flows are the building blocks. A chatbot is the overall assistant, often made of multiple flows plus AI for handling open-ended questions.

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Written by Tabarak Ur Rehman ChaudhryFounder & CEO, Defuser AI · View profile
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