How to Use the WhatsApp Business MCP in VS Code Copilot
Team-wide WhatsApp Business automation via VS Code Copilot MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect WhatsApp Business MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect WhatsApp Business to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Automate Messaging for Teams
The `send_text_message` tool lets every developer on the team send free-form text messages. By committing the server config to `.vscode/mcp.json`, everyone uses the same workflow. If you need to provide context, the `send_quick_reply_buttons` function allows the agent to include up to three clickable buttons in a message block.
Handle Official and Media Communications
Copilot Chat supports official communication via `send_template_message`, ensuring that conversations starting or resuming through WhatsApp Business follow Meta's required format. For file sharing, the team can use `send_media_message`. Just provide a public URL, and Copilot sends images, videos, documents, or audio.
Add Contextual Details to Chats
The agent can enrich messages using location data via `send_location_pin`, sending precise map coordinates. You also use `send_emoji_reaction` when the team wants to acknowledge a specific message ID with an emoji. Lastly, if you need to send pure text, `send_text_message` handles basic conversational replies.
Set up WhatsApp Business MCP in VS Code Copilot
Prerequisites
- VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create.vscode/mcp.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the WhatsApp Business MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your
.vscode/mcp.json. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Switch to Agent mode
Open Copilot Chat (
Cmd+Shift+I/Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes. - 4
Verify the connection
In the Copilot Chat input, type
#to list available tools. You should see the WhatsApp Business tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent WhatsApp Business transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"whatsapp-business-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by WhatsApp Business. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about WhatsApp Business MCP in VS Code Copilot
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