Deploy OpenClaw to WhatsApp
Connect your OpenClaw AI assistant to WhatsApp Business in minutes. Full media support, group chats, and conversation memory. Self-hosted - bring your own server.
How to Connect OpenClaw to WhatsApp
Get your OpenClaw running on WhatsApp in three simple steps
Connect WhatsApp Business
Link your WhatsApp Business API credentials to OpenClawServer. We support Meta's Cloud API and official BSPs.
Configure OpenClaw
Add your Anthropic or OpenAI API key. Customize your OpenClaw's personality, system prompt, and response behavior.
Deploy to WhatsApp
Hit deploy and your OpenClaw goes live on WhatsApp. We handle hosting, scaling, and message routing.
OpenClaw WhatsApp Features
Everything OpenClaw can do on WhatsApp
Full Message Support
Send and receive text, images, documents, voice messages, and locations through your OpenClaw on WhatsApp.
Group Chat Support
Your OpenClaw works in WhatsApp groups. Mention-based activation or always-on mode for team conversations.
Rich Media Handling
OpenClaw processes images with vision AI, handles document uploads, and sends formatted responses.
End-to-End Encryption
WhatsApp's encryption stays intact. Your OpenClaw conversations remain private and secure.
Multi-Number Support
Connect multiple WhatsApp Business numbers to a single OpenClaw instance for different use cases.
Conversation Memory
OpenClaw maintains conversation context across sessions. Your AI remembers previous interactions.
Self-Hosted OpenClaw on WhatsApp
Deploy OpenClaw on your own server - we handle the deployment, you keep full control
Bring Your Own Server
Run OpenClaw on your own server from DigitalOcean, AWS, Hetzner, Vultr, or any provider. We deploy and manage the OpenClaw instance for you.
- Your infrastructure, your data
- Full root access retained
- Run local AI models
- Lower costs at scale
- Data residency compliance
- Custom configurations
What You Need to Run OpenClaw on WhatsApp
Requirements for deploying OpenClaw to WhatsApp
WhatsApp Business API Access
OpenClaw connects through the WhatsApp Business API via Meta's Cloud API or an official Business Solution Provider (BSP).
AI Provider API Key
Bring your own Anthropic or OpenAI API key. You pay the AI provider directly, giving you full control over model selection and costs.
Verified Business
WhatsApp Business API requires a verified Facebook Business account for compliance with WhatsApp's commerce and messaging policies.
OpenClawServer Plan
Any OpenClawServer plan works. Plans start at $29/month and include WhatsApp as one of your platform connections. View pricing →
OpenClaw WhatsApp FAQ
How do I deploy OpenClaw to WhatsApp?
Sign up for OpenClawServer, connect your WhatsApp Business API credentials, add your AI API key (Anthropic or OpenAI), and hit deploy. Your OpenClaw is live on WhatsApp within minutes.
Do I need a WhatsApp Business account for OpenClaw?
Yes, OpenClaw connects through the WhatsApp Business API. This requires a WhatsApp Business API account through Meta's Cloud API or an official BSP. We provide documentation to help you set this up.
What AI models can OpenClaw use on WhatsApp?
OpenClaw supports Anthropic Claude (Claude 3.5 Sonnet, Opus, Haiku) and OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-4o). You bring your own API key, giving you full control over model selection. Self-hosted users can also run local models.
How much does it cost to run OpenClaw on WhatsApp?
OpenClawServer starts at $29/month. WhatsApp counts as one platform connection. You also pay for your AI API usage (to Anthropic or OpenAI) and any WhatsApp Business API fees from Meta.
Can OpenClaw handle images and documents on WhatsApp?
Yes. With vision-capable AI models like Claude 3.5 or GPT-4o, your OpenClaw can analyze images, read documents, and respond intelligently to media messages on WhatsApp.
Is OpenClaw on WhatsApp GDPR compliant?
Yes. OpenClawServer offers EU data residency options and is fully GDPR compliant. With self-hosted deployment, your OpenClaw data never leaves your own infrastructure.
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