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Send Images via URL

What It Does​

This feature automatically converts image URLs into actual images when sending WhatsApp messages. Simply paste an image URL at the start of your message, and it will be sent as an image on WhatsApp with the rest of your text as the caption.

The URL is removed from the message text, and the recipient sees a proper image instead of a link.

Overview Video​

Key Benefits​

This feature is particularly useful when working with AI chatbots. Many AI chatbots cannot directly send images as attachments, but they can generate or provide image URLs. With this feature, your AI chatbot can simply include an image URL in its response, and the image will be automatically sent to the user on WhatsApp - without needing to handle file attachments.

How It Works​

Message Format​

Simply start your message with the image URL on the first line, followed by your message text:

https://example.com/image.png
Your message text here
Google Drive Links Not Supported

Do not use Google Drive links - they will not work with this feature. Use direct image URLs from CDNs or public hosting instead.

Recommended Image Hosting Platforms:

  • Imgur - Free, no account needed, direct image URLs
  • ImgBB - Free hosting with simple upload
  • Cloudinary - Professional CDN with free tier (25GB storage)
  • Postimages - No registration required, direct links

Requirements​

  • ✅ Image URL must be at the start of the message
  • ✅ URL must end with a valid image extension: .png, .jpg, .jpeg
  • ✅ Image must be publicly accessible (no authentication required)
  • ✅ Message text (caption) comes after the URL

Examples​

Example 1: Basic Image with Caption​

https://example.com/product-photo.jpg
Hi, how are you?

Result: Image is sent with "Hi, how are you?" as the caption

Example 2: Multiple Lines of Text​

https://example.com/property.jpg
Beautiful 3BR home in downtown!

Price: $450,000
Contact us to schedule a viewing.

Result: Image sent with all text as caption (preserves line breaks)

Important Notes​

✅ Supported Image Formats​

  • .png
  • .jpg / .jpeg

⚠️ Limitations​

  • Image URL must be publicly accessible (no login/authentication required)
  • Some servers may block automated image fetching - ensure your CDN/hosting allows it
  • Very large images may take longer to send
  • URL must end with the image extension (some dynamic URLs may not work)

🔧 Troubleshooting​

Image not sending?

  • Check that URL ends with .png, .jpg, .jpeg
  • Verify the image is publicly accessible (try opening in incognito browser)
  • Ensure there are no spaces or special characters in the URL
  • Try a different CDN or image hosting service

Image sending as text?

  • Make sure the URL is on the first line of the message
  • Check that the URL includes the image extension
  • Verify the URL is valid and returns an image (not an HTML page)

FAQs​

Can I send multiple images in one message?

Currently, only the first URL is converted to an image. If you include multiple URLs, only the first one will be sent as an image, and others will appear as text.

What if my URL doesn't end in .png or .jpg?

The URL must end with a valid image extension (.png, .jpg, .jpeg) for the feature to work. Dynamic URLs without extensions won't be converted.

Can I use this with custom fields and variables?

Yes! You can use custom fields in both the URL and the caption text, making it perfect for personalized automated messages.

Does this work with password-protected images?

No, the image URL must be publicly accessible without authentication. If the image requires a login or token, it won't work.

Is there a file size limit?

WhatsApp has general file size limits for images (typically up to 16MB). Very large images may fail to send or take longer to deliver.

Can I put the URL in the middle of my message?

No, the URL must be at the start of the message (first line) for the feature to work. URLs in the middle or end will be sent as regular text.

What happens if the URL is broken or the image doesn't exist?

If the URL is invalid or the image can't be fetched, the message may fail to send or send as plain text instead.
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