whatsapp mcp
StandardThe WhatsApp MCP server enables AI agents to send and receive messages via WhatsApp. It connects to WhatsApp's Business API, providing tools for message handling, media sharing, and user interaction. Developers use it to build AI-driven chatbots, customer support systems, and automated messaging workflows.
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Overview
The WhatsApp MCP server enables AI agents to send and receive messages via WhatsApp. It connects to WhatsApp's Business API, providing tools for message handling, media sharing, and user interaction. Developers use it to build AI-driven chatbots, customer support systems, and automated messaging workflows.
Installation
1Install the package
2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"lharries-whatsapp-mcp-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@modelcontextprotocol/server-lharries-whatsapp-mcp-github"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from whatsapp mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for whatsapp mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from whatsapp mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| WHATSAPP_MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your whatsapp mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in whatsapp mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in whatsapp mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in whatsapp mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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