How to connect Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account
Create a New Scenario to Connect Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account
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 Formstack, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Formstack or WhatsApp Personal Account will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Formstack or WhatsApp Personal Account, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

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


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


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Authenticate WhatsApp Personal Account
Now, click the WhatsApp Personal Account node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your WhatsApp Personal Account settings. Authentication allows you to use WhatsApp Personal Account through Latenode.
Configure the Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account 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 Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account 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 Formstack, WhatsApp Personal Account, 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 Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account
Formstack + WhatsApp Personal Account + Google Sheets: When a new submission is received in Formstack, a confirmation message is sent via WhatsApp Personal Account to the submitter, and the submission data is added as a new row in Google Sheets.
WhatsApp Personal Account + Formstack + Twilio: When a new message is received in WhatsApp Personal Account, if the message contains a keyword indicating a support request, a new support ticket is created in Formstack, and an SMS confirmation is sent to the user via Twilio.
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About Formstack
Use Formstack with Latenode to capture data via forms and automatically trigger workflows. Update databases, send notifications, or create documents based on submissions. Latenode adds logic, routing, and integrations to scale Formstack beyond simple data collection with visual tools and custom code.
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About WhatsApp Personal Account
Automate WhatsApp Personal Account messaging within Latenode to send notifications, gather data, or provide basic support. Build visual workflows triggered by events, then enrich or route message data to other apps. Scale customer interactions without complex code and per-step costs—use Latenode to connect WhatsApp to your business.
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FAQ Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account
How can I connect my Formstack account to WhatsApp Personal Account using Latenode?
To connect your Formstack account to WhatsApp Personal Account on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Formstack and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I send form submissions via WhatsApp using this integration?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate sending form data directly to WhatsApp. Benefit from instant notifications and personalized communication based on user inputs, leveraging our no-code visual editor.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Formstack with WhatsApp Personal Account?
Integrating Formstack with WhatsApp Personal Account allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Send WhatsApp messages for new Formstack submissions.
- Create personalized follow-up messages after form completion.
- Update a database with information from WhatsApp responses.
- Send summaries of form data in a daily WhatsApp digest.
- Trigger multi-channel campaigns based on form answers.
CanIuseJavaScripttoenhanceFormstackdataonLatenode?
Yes! Latenode allows you to use JavaScript code blocks to manipulate and transform Formstack data before sending it to WhatsApp, adding custom logic.
Are there any limitations to the Formstack and WhatsApp Personal Account integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Attachments from Formstack may not be directly transferable via WhatsApp.
- Rate limits imposed by WhatsApp Personal Account may affect high-volume message sending.
- Custom Formstack layouts might not translate directly into WhatsApp messages.