How do I connect WhatsApp to OpenClaw?
Definitive Answer
Connect WhatsApp to your OpenClaw agent by setting up a Meta Business account, configuring the WhatsApp Business API credentials in FetchOpenClaws, and verifying the webhook connection. The platform integration checker confirms everything works before your agent goes live on WhatsApp.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1Create a Meta Business account and set up WhatsApp Business API access.
- 2Generate a permanent WhatsApp API token in the Meta Business dashboard.
- 3In FetchOpenClaws, navigate to your agent integrations and select WhatsApp.
- 4Enter your WhatsApp Business phone number, API token, and webhook verify token.
- 5FetchOpenClaws automatically configures the webhook URL and registers it with Meta.
- 6Send a test message to your WhatsApp number to verify the agent responds correctly.
Example Prompt
Connect my OpenClaw customer service agent to WhatsApp Business. The agent should handle order inquiries, return requests, and general FAQs in English and Spanish.
Common Pitfalls
- Using a temporary API token that expires after 24 hours instead of a permanent one
- Not verifying the webhook URL before going live, causing message delivery failures
- Forgetting to set the WhatsApp message template for outbound notifications
- Not handling WhatsApp rate limits in high-traffic scenarios
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