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How to Set Up Auto-Responses on WhatsApp

Step-by-step guide: How to Set Up Auto-Responses on WhatsApp. Easy to follow with screenshots and examples.

Trigger-based auto-responses: when a member posts a specific keyword or pattern, the bot replies automatically. Different from AI auto-reply in that it is rule-based, deterministic, and free of LLM cost.

Prerequisites

  • Active session.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Dashboard → Auto-responses → New

    Pick the trigger (keyword, regex, or phrase) and the response (text/image).

  2. 2

    Scope it

    Per-group, DMs only, or everywhere.

  3. 3

    Set cooldown

    Default 30s per user per trigger to avoid spam.

  4. 4

    Test in a sandbox group

    Tune the trigger pattern based on real chat.

Expected result

Common questions get instant rule-based answers without LLM cost.

Power-user tips

  • Combine with AI auto-reply: rules handle the common 80%, AI handles the long tail.

Frequently asked questions

How many auto-responses can I have?

Free: 5. Starter: 20. Standard: 100. Boss: unlimited.

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