wacli

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

Updated Apr 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Luzzer/Kraken --skill wacli-luzzer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: wacli
Source: https://github.com/Luzzer/Kraken/tree/main/skills/wacli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Luzzer/Kraken --skill wacli-luzzer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables controlled WhatsApp messaging and history synchronization using the wacli CLI, helping automation and auditability while avoiding everyday chat usage.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Send messages to third parties via the wacli CLI with explicit recipient and message confirmation.
  • Search and backfill WhatsApp chats and history to maintain a local archive.
  • Auth and ongoing sync to keep account state current and recoverable.

Quick Start

Authenticate with wacli using QR, enable ongoing sync, and then ask me to send a message or search history.

Frequently Asked Questions about wacli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate sending WhatsApp messages via command line?

You can automate sending WhatsApp messages via command line by using wacli, which requires explicit recipient validation and message confirmation to ensure controlled, auditable third-party messaging.

Can I sync and backfill WhatsApp chat history locally?

Yes, you can sync and backfill WhatsApp chat history locally by enabling ongoing sync in wacli, allowing you to search past chats and maintain a current, recoverable account state archive.

How does wacli authentication work for WhatsApp automation?

WhatsApp automation authentication with wacli works by scanning a QR code to authorize the CLI, enabling ongoing sync to keep your account state current and recoverable for messaging operations.

Is command line WhatsApp messaging suitable for everyday user chats?

Command line WhatsApp messaging via wacli is designed for controlled third-party automation and history synchronization, not for everyday user chats, ensuring messaging actions are auditable and explicitly confirmed.

What are the limitations of syncing WhatsApp history through a CLI tool?

Syncing WhatsApp history through wacli is limited to specific chat and message search operations, requiring ongoing sync for state recovery and explicit recipient validation for sending messages, avoiding everyday chat usage.