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name: whatsapp-automation
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description: "Automate WhatsApp Business tasks via Rube MCP (Composio): send messages, manage templates, upload media, and handle contacts. Always search tools first for current schemas."
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risk: unknown
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source: community
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date_added: "2026-02-27"
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---
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# WhatsApp Business Automation via Rube MCP
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Automate WhatsApp Business operations through Composio's WhatsApp toolkit via Rube MCP.
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## Prerequisites
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- Rube MCP must be connected (RUBE_SEARCH_TOOLS available)
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- Active WhatsApp connection via `RUBE_MANAGE_CONNECTIONS` with toolkit `whatsapp`
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- Always call `RUBE_SEARCH_TOOLS` first to get current tool schemas
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- WhatsApp Business API account required (not regular WhatsApp)
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## Setup
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**Get Rube MCP**: Add `https://rube.app/mcp` as an MCP server in your client configuration. No API keys needed — just add the endpoint and it works.
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1. Verify Rube MCP is available by confirming `RUBE_SEARCH_TOOLS` responds
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2. Call `RUBE_MANAGE_CONNECTIONS` with toolkit `whatsapp`
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3. If connection is not ACTIVE, follow the returned auth link to complete WhatsApp Business setup
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4. Confirm connection status shows ACTIVE before running any workflows
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## Core Workflows
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### 1. Send a Text Message
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**When to use**: User wants to send a text message to a WhatsApp contact
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBERS` - List available business phone numbers [Prerequisite]
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2. `WHATSAPP_SEND_MESSAGE` - Send a text message [Required]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `to`: Recipient phone number in international format (e.g., '+14155551234')
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- `body`: Message text content
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- `phone_number_id`: Business phone number ID to send from
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**Pitfalls**:
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- Phone numbers must be in international E.164 format with country code
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- Messages outside the 24-hour window require approved templates
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- The 24-hour window starts when the customer last messaged you
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- Business-initiated conversations require template messages first
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### 2. Send Template Messages
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**When to use**: User wants to send pre-approved template messages for outbound communication
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_GET_MESSAGE_TEMPLATES` - List available templates [Prerequisite]
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2. `WHATSAPP_GET_TEMPLATE_STATUS` - Check template approval status [Optional]
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3. `WHATSAPP_SEND_TEMPLATE_MESSAGE` - Send the template message [Required]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `template_name`: Name of the approved template
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- `language_code`: Template language (e.g., 'en_US')
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- `to`: Recipient phone number
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- `components`: Template variable values and parameters
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**Pitfalls**:
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- Templates must be approved by Meta before use
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- Template variables must match the expected count and format
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- Sending unapproved or rejected templates returns errors
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- Language code must match an approved translation of the template
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### 3. Send Media Messages
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**When to use**: User wants to send images, documents, or other media
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_UPLOAD_MEDIA` - Upload media to WhatsApp servers [Required]
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2. `WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA_BY_ID` - Send media using the uploaded media ID [Required]
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OR
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3. `WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA` - Send media using a public URL [Alternative]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `media_url`: Public URL of the media (for SEND_MEDIA)
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- `media_id`: ID from upload response (for SEND_MEDIA_BY_ID)
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- `type`: Media type ('image', 'document', 'audio', 'video', 'sticker')
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- `caption`: Optional caption for the media
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**Pitfalls**:
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- Uploaded media IDs are temporary and expire after a period
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- Media size limits vary by type (images: 5MB, videos: 16MB, documents: 100MB)
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- Supported formats: images (JPEG, PNG), videos (MP4, 3GPP), documents (PDF, etc.)
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- SEND_MEDIA requires a publicly accessible HTTPS URL
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### 4. Reply to Messages
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**When to use**: User wants to reply to an incoming WhatsApp message
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_SEND_REPLY` - Send a reply to a specific message [Required]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `message_id`: ID of the message being replied to
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- `to`: Recipient phone number
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- `body`: Reply text content
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**Pitfalls**:
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- message_id must be from a message received within the 24-hour window
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- Replies appear as quoted messages in the conversation
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- The original message must still exist (not deleted) for the quote to display
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### 5. Manage Business Profile and Templates
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**When to use**: User wants to view or manage their WhatsApp Business profile
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_GET_BUSINESS_PROFILE` - Get business profile details [Optional]
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2. `WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBERS` - List registered phone numbers [Optional]
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3. `WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBER` - Get details for a specific number [Optional]
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4. `WHATSAPP_CREATE_MESSAGE_TEMPLATE` - Create a new template [Optional]
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5. `WHATSAPP_GET_MESSAGE_TEMPLATES` - List all templates [Optional]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `phone_number_id`: Business phone number ID
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- `template_name`: Name for the new template
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- `category`: Template category (MARKETING, UTILITY, AUTHENTICATION)
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- `language`: Template language code
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**Pitfalls**:
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- New templates require Meta review before they can be used
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- Template names must be lowercase with underscores (no spaces)
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- Category affects pricing and approval criteria
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- Templates have specific formatting requirements for headers, body, and buttons
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### 6. Share Contacts
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**When to use**: User wants to send contact information via WhatsApp
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**Tool sequence**:
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1. `WHATSAPP_SEND_CONTACTS` - Send contact cards [Required]
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**Key parameters**:
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- `to`: Recipient phone number
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- `contacts`: Array of contact objects with name, phone, email details
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**Pitfalls**:
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- Contact objects must follow the WhatsApp Business API contact schema
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- At least a name field is required for each contact
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- Phone numbers in contacts should include country codes
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## Common Patterns
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### 24-Hour Messaging Window
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- Customers must message you first to open a conversation window
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- Within 24 hours of their last message, you can send free-form messages
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- After 24 hours, only approved template messages can be sent
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- Template messages can re-open the conversation window
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### Phone Number Resolution
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```
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1. Call WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBERS
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2. Extract phone_number_id for your business number
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3. Use phone_number_id in all send operations
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```
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### Media Upload Flow
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```
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1. Call WHATSAPP_UPLOAD_MEDIA with the file
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2. Extract media_id from response
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3. Call WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA_BY_ID with media_id
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4. OR use WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA with a public URL directly
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```
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## Known Pitfalls
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**Phone Number Format**:
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- Always use E.164 format: +[country code][number] (e.g., '+14155551234')
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- Do not include dashes, spaces, or parentheses
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- Country code is required; local numbers without it will fail
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**Messaging Restrictions**:
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- Business-initiated messages require templates outside the 24-hour window
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- Template messages cost money per conversation
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- Rate limits apply per phone number and per account
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**Media Handling**:
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- Uploaded media expires; use promptly after upload
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- Media URLs must be publicly accessible HTTPS
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- Stickers have specific requirements (WebP format, 512x512 pixels)
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**Template Management**:
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- Template review can take up to 24 hours
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- Rejected templates need to be fixed and resubmitted
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- Template variables use double curly braces: {{1}}, {{2}}, etc.
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## Quick Reference
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| Task | Tool Slug | Key Params |
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| Send message | WHATSAPP_SEND_MESSAGE | to, body |
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| Send template | WHATSAPP_SEND_TEMPLATE_MESSAGE | template_name, to, language_code |
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| Upload media | WHATSAPP_UPLOAD_MEDIA | (file params) |
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| Send media by ID | WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA_BY_ID | media_id, to, type |
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| Send media by URL | WHATSAPP_SEND_MEDIA | media_url, to, type |
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| Reply to message | WHATSAPP_SEND_REPLY | message_id, to, body |
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| Send contacts | WHATSAPP_SEND_CONTACTS | to, contacts |
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| Get media | WHATSAPP_GET_MEDIA | media_id |
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| List phone numbers | WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBERS | (none) |
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| Get phone number | WHATSAPP_GET_PHONE_NUMBER | phone_number_id |
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| Get business profile | WHATSAPP_GET_BUSINESS_PROFILE | phone_number_id |
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| Create template | WHATSAPP_CREATE_MESSAGE_TEMPLATE | template_name, category, language |
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| List templates | WHATSAPP_GET_MESSAGE_TEMPLATES | (none) |
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| Check template status | WHATSAPP_GET_TEMPLATE_STATUS | template_id |
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## When to Use
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This skill is applicable to execute the workflow or actions described in the overview.
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