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wacli

Send WhatsApp messages and sync chat history via the wacli CLI.

Updated Aug 13, 2025
Search Tags:#messaging#cli#whatsapp#history sync#chat search#message sending
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill wacli-joeyjoziah
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wacli
Source: https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform/tree/main/.claude/skills/wacli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill wacli-joeyjoziah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you send WhatsApp messages to other people and search or sync WhatsApp history without manually navigating the app.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Outbound messaging: Send text messages or files to a specific contact or group when you already know the recipient and message.
  • History lookup and sync: Search chats, find message history, backfill older conversations, and keep WhatsApp data synchronized.
  • Controlled usage: Designed for explicit third-party communication, with confirmation steps that reduce accidental sends.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill when you need to message a vendor on WhatsApp, locate a past invoice conversation, or sync chat history for later review.

Quick Start

Use wacli to search your WhatsApp chats for a contact name or message keyword and then confirm the recipient before sending anything.

Frequently Asked Questions about wacli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I send WhatsApp messages using a command line interface?▼

You can send WhatsApp messages via CLI by using this Skill to trigger outbound messaging to specific contacts or groups. It requires the wacli tool to be installed and authenticated, and enforces recipient confirmation before sending.

Can I search WhatsApp chat history and backfill older conversations from the command line?▼

Yes, you can search WhatsApp chat history and backfill older conversations via CLI. This Skill performs chat lookups, message searches, and ongoing history syncs for direct and group chats, returning data in JSON format for parsing.

Do I need to install any specific software to search WhatsApp messages from the terminal?▼

Yes, you need the wacli CLI tool installed and authenticated on your system. This Skill acts as an interface to wacli for chat lookup, history backfill, and message sending, requiring no additional dependencies.

What is the best way to automate WhatsApp message sending without opening the app?▼

The best way to automate WhatsApp message sending without the app is using a CLI Skill like this one. It handles explicit outbound messaging to third-party contacts, applying confirmation steps to reduce accidental sends.

How do I sync WhatsApp data for later review and export?▼

You can sync WhatsApp data for later review by using this Skill to backfill older conversations and keep chat history synchronized. It supports JSON output, allowing you to parse and export the synced message data easily.

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