wacli

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

2|1|Updated Jan 28, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #messaging #security #cli #whatsapp #wacli #history-sync

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npx skills add https://github.com/zhangziliang04/moltbot_deepseek --skill wacli-zhangziliang04

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

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Skill: wacli
Source: https://github.com/zhangziliang04/moltbot_deepseek/tree/main/skills/wacli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhangziliang04/moltbot_deepseek --skill wacli-zhangziliang04

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Send WhatsApp messages to contacts or search/sync WhatsApp history using the wacli CLI, enabling automation without using normal user chats.

Core Features & Use Cases

Send targeted messages to individuals or groups via the wacli CLI with explicit recipient validation and message safety prompts.
Search and backfill chat history, filter results, and synchronize conversations for outreach, reminders, and archival record-keeping.
Manage authentication and device linkage with wacli through QR login and CLI tooling, suitable for automation pipelines and customer support workflows.

Quick Start

Ask me to send a message to a contact or to sync conversations using wacli.

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 from the command line?▼

To automate sending WhatsApp messages, this Skill uses the wacli CLI to dispatch targeted texts to individuals or groups. It enforces explicit recipient validation and message safety prompts to ensure secure delivery without manual user chat intervention.

Can I sync and backfill WhatsApp chat history for archival purposes?▼

Yes, you can sync and backfill WhatsApp chat history using wacli. The Skill searches past conversations, applies filters to results, and synchronizes chat records into your local environment for outreach, reminders, or archival record-keeping.

How does WhatsApp CLI authentication work for automation pipelines?▼

WhatsApp CLI authentication operates through QR-based login and device linkage. The Skill manages this process via the wacli binary, storing local credentials securely to enable automated messaging and history syncing without repeated manual logins.

Do I need Homebrew or Go to use a WhatsApp CLI automation tool?▼

Yes, you need Homebrew or Go installed to integrate with the wacli binaries. The Skill relies on these installed wacli binaries to execute automated WhatsApp messaging and chat history synchronization tasks within your local environment.

What is the best way to send automated WhatsApp reminders without using personal chats?▼

The best way to send automated WhatsApp reminders without personal chats is using the wacli CLI. This Skill automates targeted message delivery to contacts, ensuring outreach and reminders are dispatched programmatically with explicit recipient validation.

Are there limitations when validating recipients for WhatsApp message automation?▼

A limitation during WhatsApp message automation is the strict requirement for explicit recipient and message validation. The Skill enforces safety prompts before dispatching texts via wacli, ensuring automated outreach does not bypass necessary message confirmation checks.