wacli

Send WhatsApp messages and manage chat history via the wacli command-line interface.

Updated Jul 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot --skill wacli-kolbick
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Skill: wacli
Source: https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot/tree/main/skills/wacli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kolbick/Kolb-Bot --skill wacli-kolbick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to programmatically send WhatsApp messages to external contacts and manage your WhatsApp chat history, separate from your direct conversations with KolbBot.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Send Messages: Compose and send text messages or files to individual contacts or groups.
  • Sync History: Initiate initial synchronization or continuously sync your WhatsApp chat history.
  • Search History: Query past messages within specific chats or across your entire history.
  • Use Case: You need to inform a client about a meeting reschedule. Use this Skill to send a WhatsApp message directly to their number.

Quick Start

Use wacli to send a text message to +14155551212 with the message "Hello! Are you free at 3pm?".

Frequently Asked Questions about wacli

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

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How do I send WhatsApp messages programmatically from a command-line interface?

You can send WhatsApp messages programmatically by using the wacli command-line interface to send text or files directly to individual contacts and groups.

Can I sync and search WhatsApp chat history via a CLI?

Yes, you can sync and search WhatsApp chat history via CLI by initiating historical data synchronization and then querying past messages across specific chats or your entire history.

Do I need to install any dependencies to send WhatsApp messages through a CLI?

Yes, you need to install the wacli binary dependency through Homebrew or Go before sending WhatsApp messages and syncing your chat history.

Can I send file attachments to WhatsApp groups using a command-line tool?

Yes, you can send file attachments to WhatsApp groups using the command-line tool, which supports direct messaging, group messaging, and file transfers.

What is the best way to automate notifying a client through WhatsApp?

The best way to automate notifying a client through WhatsApp is using a CLI tool to send direct text messages to their specific phone number programmatically.