How to connect Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud
Create a New Scenario to Connect Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Cloudinary, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Cloudinary or WhatsApp Business Cloud will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Cloudinary or WhatsApp Business Cloud, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Cloudinary Node
Select the Cloudinary node from the app selection panel on the right.


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Configure the Cloudinary
Click on the Cloudinary node to configure it. You can modify the Cloudinary URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the WhatsApp Business Cloud Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Cloudinary node, select WhatsApp Business Cloud from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within WhatsApp Business Cloud.


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Authenticate WhatsApp Business Cloud
Now, click the WhatsApp Business Cloud node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your WhatsApp Business Cloud settings. Authentication allows you to use WhatsApp Business Cloud through Latenode.
Configure the Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Cloudinary, WhatsApp Business Cloud, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud
Cloudinary + Shopify + WhatsApp Business Cloud: When a new product is added to Shopify, its image is retrieved, and a WhatsApp message is sent to customers using a template including the product image URL from Cloudinary.
WhatsApp Business Cloud + Cloudinary + Google Sheets: When a message containing a product image is received via WhatsApp, the image is uploaded to Cloudinary, and the Cloudinary image URL is added to a new row in Google Sheets for tracking purposes.
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About Cloudinary
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About WhatsApp Business Cloud
Use WhatsApp Business Cloud in Latenode for automated messaging workflows. Send personalized updates, order confirmations, or support replies. Integrate it with your CRM, e-commerce platform, or database. Automate routing and customize messages with Latenode's visual editor and JavaScript support for flexible, scalable communication.
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FAQ Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud
How can I connect my Cloudinary account to WhatsApp Business Cloud using Latenode?
To connect your Cloudinary account to WhatsApp Business Cloud on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Cloudinary and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically send optimized images via WhatsApp?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor makes it easy. Automatically compress Cloudinary images and deliver them via WhatsApp, ensuring optimal mobile viewing and fast delivery.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Cloudinary with WhatsApp Business Cloud?
Integrating Cloudinary with WhatsApp Business Cloud allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically delivering personalized image offers via WhatsApp.
- Sending optimized product images to customers for order confirmation.
- Creating dynamic WhatsApp marketing campaigns with Cloudinary assets.
- Sharing watermarked images for copyright protection via WhatsApp.
- Generating and distributing QR codes leading to Cloudinary hosted files.
How do I handle errors when uploading images to Cloudinary?
Latenode provides robust error handling. Use conditional logic to manage failed uploads, trigger alerts, or retry uploads automatically.
Are there any limitations to the Cloudinary and WhatsApp Business Cloud integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex image transformations may increase processing time.
- WhatsApp Business Cloud message limits apply.
- Large file sizes may impact WhatsApp delivery speeds.