Automations
Delay / Wait Node
3 min readnode-delay
Pause the automation for a set amount of time before proceeding to the next node.
Delay / Wait Node
Pauses the current automation run for a configured duration, then resumes from the next node. The server schedules the resumption — the run is not kept in memory during the wait.
When to use it
- Wait 24 hours before sending a follow-up email.
- Add a 5-minute buffer between a form submission and a WhatsApp message so the contact isn't overwhelmed.
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Required fields
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| duration | number | Yes | How long to wait (positive integer) |
| unit | enum | Yes | minutes, hours, or days |
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Variables available
This node does not produce output variables.
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Step-by-step setup
- Add a Delay node between two action nodes.
- Enter the duration (e.g.
24) and select the unit (hours). - Save and publish.
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Example config
json
{
"duration": 24,
"unit": "hours"
}
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Tips & gotchas
- Delays are server-scheduled — restarting the server does not lose pending delays.
- Very long delays (days/weeks) are fine; the automation resumes exactly when scheduled.
- If you delete or unpublish the automation while a run is waiting, the run will be cancelled.