Your AI assistant in your pocket
WhatsApp is the world's most popular messaging app. With this integration, your AI assistant lives right where you already spend your time. No new apps to install, no interfaces to learn. Just message your assistant like you'd message a friend.
Features
Voice messages
Send voice notes and get transcribed responses. Perfect for when you're on the go.
File sharing
Share documents, images, and files directly in chat. Your assistant can read PDFs, analyze images, and process spreadsheets.
Group support
Add your assistant to WhatsApp groups for team coordination and shared task management.
Rich formatting
Receive nicely formatted responses with lists, links, and structured information.
Use Cases
Quick questions on the go
Ask anything while you're commuting, waiting in line, or between meetings.
Email management
Check, summarize, and respond to emails without opening your inbox.
Task capture
Voice note your tasks and ideas. Your assistant transcribes and organizes them.
Research requests
Ask for information and get summarized results delivered to your chat.
Setup Guide
Requirements
- ✓WhatsApp Business API account or WhatsApp bridge (wacli)
- ✓Phone number dedicated to your assistant
- ✓Clawdbot running on a server or Mac
Get WhatsApp Business API access
Apply for WhatsApp Business API through Meta's Business Manager, or use a bridge solution like wacli for personal accounts.
Configure Clawdbot
Add your WhatsApp credentials to your Clawdbot config file. The exact setup depends on whether you're using the official API or a bridge.
Link your phone
Scan the QR code to link your WhatsApp account to Clawdbot.
Test the connection
Send a message to your assistant's WhatsApp number to verify everything works.
Limitations
- ⚠️WhatsApp's terms of service require business accounts for automation
- ⚠️Some setup complexity compared to Telegram
- ⚠️Rate limits on message sending
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need WhatsApp Business?
For official API access, yes. However, community bridges like wacli can work with personal WhatsApp accounts, though this may violate WhatsApp's terms of service.
Can I use my existing WhatsApp number?
We recommend a separate number for your assistant to keep personal and assistant messages separate. You can use a virtual number or second SIM.
Will my contacts see me as online all the time?
The assistant runs in the background but doesn't change your online status. You control privacy settings through WhatsApp.
Is this secure?
WhatsApp messages are end-to-end encrypted. Your Clawdbot instance processes messages locally or on your server, not through third-party services.