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How to Set Up WhatsApp Business Automated Greetings & Away Messages

Automated greetings and away messages acknowledge customer inquiries instantly during off-hours, keeping response velocity high and setting clear expectations.

Probable Causes

  • Managing customer expectations outside of business hours (e.g. nights, weekends)
  • Immediate response to incoming leads before human agent assignment

Step-by-Step Resolution

Recommended Fix Protocol:

In NY Digital CRM: Automation > Workflows > Inbound Trigger > Condition: Outside Business Hours > Action: Dispatch branded away message with consultation booking link.

Technical Example / Code Payload:

// Away Message Template: // 'Thank you for contacting NY Digital! Our office is currently closed. Please tap below to leave your requirement.'
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Do automated greetings trigger 24-hour conversation charges?+

Replying to customer-initiated messages is completely free within the 24-hour service window.

Can away messages route to specific on-call staff?+

Yes. NY Digital CRM supports conditional routing rules based on customer tier and time of day.

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