Integration Guide — OpenClaw + WhatsApp

OpenClaw
+ WhatsApp.

Automate WhatsApp conversations with OpenClaw. Handle support, sales, and notifications at scale.

openclaw — task runner

> task.md

Connect WhatsApp to OpenClaw.
When new events fire, process
and route data automatically.

WhatsApp: connected✓ trigger: event_detected✓ workflow: running

status: COMPLETE · time: 1.2s

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Setup time

< 20 min

Self-hosted

100%

Task limits

None

Vendor lock-in

Zero

What you can automate

OpenClaw + WhatsApp.
Here is what it does.

Connect your WhatsApp account to OpenClaw and automate the work that currently requires manual effort.

Send Messages & Templates

Send text, media, and approved templates. Use templates for post-opt-in messaging. Send one-off messages within the 24h window.

Webhook Triggers

Receive incoming messages, status updates, and button replies. Trigger workflows when customers message you or interact with templates.

Contact & Conversation Management

Store and retrieve conversation context. Use for support bots, order updates, and appointment reminders.

Media & Document Sending

Send images, documents, and audio. Useful for receipts, invoices, and support documentation.

What you can build right now

Example workflows.

Real automations you can run with OpenClaw and WhatsApp today. Pick one and ship it this week.

How to get started

Set it up in minutes.

The workshop walks you through the full OpenClaw setup. Then follow these steps to connect WhatsApp.

01

Set up WhatsApp Business API

Use Meta's WhatsApp Business Platform or a BSP (Twilio, MessageBird, etc.). Get your phone number approved and create a business profile.

1–3 days
02

Configure webhook in OpenClaw

Add your WhatsApp webhook URL in the provider's dashboard. OpenClaw will verify the webhook and receive message events.

5 min
03

Create message-triggered workflows

Use incoming message as trigger. Add conditions for keywords, add AI response step, and send replies. Get template approval for proactive messages.

20 min
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Common questions

Everything you want to know.

Get OpenClaw running
in 20 minutes.

The $19 workshop covers setup, your first workflow, and connecting OpenClaw to the tools you already use.

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