What is the difference between a session message and a template message?

Session messages can only be sent if the user has messaged you in the last 24 hours. Template messages are pre-approved by WhatsApp and can be used to initiate a conversation at any time.

How do I see the approved templates in my account?

Use the `list_message_templates` query. Your agent will retrieve the complete list of pre-approved WhatsApp templates available in your Wati dashboard.

Can I retrieve the last messages from a specific customer?

Yes! Use the `list_chat_history` tool and provide the customer's WhatsApp number. The agent will return the message history for that specific conversation.

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Wati MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 13 tools to Add Contact, Check Wati Status, Get Contact, and more

Name: Wati
Availability: InStock
Author: Vinkius

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Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Wati as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.

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About Wati MCP Server

Connect your Wati WhatsApp Business account to any AI agent and simplify how you engage with your customers through natural conversation and automated messaging workflows.

Claude Code registers Wati as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 13 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Wati data drives decisions without human intervention.

What you can do

Direct Messaging — Send instant WhatsApp session messages to active contacts for real-time support and engagement.
Template Automation — Send pre-approved WhatsApp templates to start conversations or send notifications with dynamic parameters.
Contact Management — List and inspect your WhatsApp subscribers and contacts to keep your directory up-to-date.
Chat History — Retrieve the complete message history for any specific contact to understand the conversation context.
Template Catalog — List all available message templates to identify the best options for your communication strategy.

The Wati MCP Server exposes 13 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 13 Wati tools available for Claude Code

When Claude Code connects to Wati through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning whatsapp-api, chatbot, customer-engagement, and more. Every call is secured with network, filesystem, subprocess, and code evaluation entitlements inside a sandboxed runtime. Beyond a simple connection, you get a full AI Gateway with real-time visibility into agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

add_contact

Add a contact

check_wati_status

Verify connectivity

get_contact

Get contact details

get_template

Get template details

list_broadcasts

List broadcasts

list_contacts

List contacts

list_messages

List messages

list_tags

List tags

list_templates

List message templates

send_media_message

Send media message

send_session_message

Send a session message

send_template_message

Send a template message

update_contact

Update contact attributes

Connect Wati to Claude Code via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Wati into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind the Vinkius.

Install Claude Code

Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed

Add the MCP Server

Run the command above in your terminal

Verify the connection

Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session

Start using Wati

Ask Claude: "Using Wati, show me...". 13 tools are ready

Why Use Claude Code with the Wati MCP Server

Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Wati through the Model Context Protocol.

Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart

Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks

Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Wati tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts

Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features

Wati + Claude Code Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Wati MCP Server delivers measurable value.

CI/CD integration: embed Wati tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping

Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Wati nightly and generate reports without human intervention

Shell scripting: pipe Wati outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation

Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Wati status endpoints and alert on anomalies

Example Prompts for Wati in Claude Code

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Wati immediately.

"List all my WhatsApp templates."

"Send the 'order_ready' template to 5511999999999."

"Show me the chat history for the number 5511888888888."

Troubleshooting Wati MCP Server with Claude Code

Common issues when connecting Wati to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Command not found: claude

Ensure Claude Code is installed globally: npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code

Connection timeout

Check your internet connection and verify the Edge URL is reachable

Wati + Claude Code FAQ

Common questions about integrating Wati MCP Server with Claude Code.

How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?

Run claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.

Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?

Yes. Claude Code supports non-interactive execution, making it ideal for scripts, cron jobs, and CI/CD pipelines that need MCP tool access.

How do I list all connected MCP servers?

Run claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.