WhatsApp bot that activates a specific automated task when you send the word "start"

Activate tasks effortlessly with a single word on WhatsApp!

  • Instantly when the trigger is activated
  • Instantly when receiving a text message (whatsapp_cloud_api → webhook_message)
  • Check if meets specific conditions (btzfilters → process)
  • Reactivate a task (plugin_delay → start_task_by_id)
  • Send a text message (whatsapp_cloud_api → post_message)

Automate this task with 5 simple prompts

Copy and paste the following prompts into Botize's AI task editor

  1. 2

    Select the AI editing tool.

    AI Prompt Tool
  2. 3

    Begin the automation as soon as the main trigger is activated.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Set the automation to start immediately whenever the main trigger is turned on.

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    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  3. 4

    Detect whenever a text message is received via WhatsApp Business.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Add a step to listen for incoming text messages on WhatsApp Business.

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    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  4. 5

    Check if the received message matches the activation word.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Add a condition to check if the incoming message text is exactly 'start'.

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    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  5. 6

    Activate the specific automated task if the condition is met.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    If the message is 'start', trigger the automated task you have specified.

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    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  6. 7

    Send a reply to the user confirming the task was activated.

    Copy and paste this prompt into the AI editing tool.

    Send a confirmation text message back to the person who sent 'start', letting them know the task has been activated.

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    Click the 'Apply this task' button to confirm.

  7. 8

    Your automation is ready to use. Click the 'Save changes' button.

    Save changes

Power Up with WhatsApp Automation

Simply send 'start' on WhatsApp, and watch your tasks come to life without lifting a finger.

Manual Botize
Writing notifications and reminders 30 0 Minutes
Coordinating team updates manually 45 0 Minutes
Total 75 0 Minutes

Yes! This is exactly what you've been looking for!


Example 1: Morning Routine

Send 'start' to cue your daily reminders, instantly updating your calendar and tasks.

Time Saver

Free up your schedule instantly

Seamless Integration

Connects effortlessly with your workflows

Peace of Mind

Focus on what truly matters


Example 2: Team Notifications

Activate a broadcast to team members about project updates with a single message.

⌾︎ You want to streamline repetitive tasks

⌾︎ Need more time for strategic thinking

🛑

✕ You prefer doing everything manually

✕ If technology gives you the chills


✓ Personalize the trigger word for activation

✓ Select different tasks based on your needs

✓ Integrate with other apps seamlessly




This WhatsApp bot will activate the specified task when you send the word "start". In the configuration of this task, you can customize the activation word and the task number you want to activate.

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