Can I send a message to a customer who hasn't messaged me in the last 24 hours?

Yes, but you must use the `send_template_message` tool. WhatsApp requires Meta-approved templates to initiate contact outside the 24-hour service window. For active conversations within that window, you can use the `send_text_message` tool for free-form replies.

How many quick-reply buttons can I send at once?

Using the `send_quick_reply_buttons` tool, you can send up to 3 interactive buttons along with a message block. This is ideal for helping users choose between options like 'Confirm', 'Cancel', or 'Reschedule' with a single tap.

Can I share images or PDF documents through this server?

Absolutely. Use the `send_media_message` tool and provide a public URL to your asset. You can specify the type as 'image' or 'document' and even add a custom caption to the message.

WhatsApp Business MCP Server for Cursor 6 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "whatsapp-business": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About WhatsApp Business MCP Server

Connect your WhatsApp Business API account to any AI agent and power your customer engagement through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns WhatsApp Business into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from WhatsApp Business and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 6 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Conversational Messaging — Send free-form text messages to users within the 24-hour customer service window
Rich Media Support — Distribute images, videos, documents, and audio files with captions directly from your agent
Template Messages — Use Meta-approved templates to initiate or resume conversations outside the 24-hour window
Interactive Buttons — Send quick-reply buttons (up to 3) to help users navigate choices and workflows easily
Location Pinning — Share physical business addresses or meeting points by sending map pins with custom names
Emoji Reactions — Acknowledge and react to specific incoming messages using any standard emoji character
Scalable Engagement — Automate outbound communication using professional WhatsApp Business infrastructure

The WhatsApp Business MCP Server exposes 6 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect WhatsApp Business to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the WhatsApp Business MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using WhatsApp Business

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using WhatsApp Business, help me..." — 6 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the WhatsApp Business MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with WhatsApp Business through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP — no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

WhatsApp Business + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the WhatsApp Business MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

WhatsApp Business MCP Tools for Cursor (6)

These 6 tools become available when you connect WhatsApp Business to Cursor via MCP:

send_emoji_reaction

Provide the recipient number, the target message_id (starting with wamid...), and an emoji. Reacts to a specific WhatsApp message with an emoji

send_location_pin

Provide recipient number and lat/lng coordinates. Sends a physical location pin on the map

send_media_message

Provide the recipient number, absolute file URL, and media type. Sends an image, video, document, or audio file via a public URL

send_quick_reply_buttons

Provide the explanation text and a comma-separated list of button labels (max 3). Sends up to 3 quick-reply buttons with a message block

send_template_message

Requires the exact template name and language code. Sends a Meta-approved Template message to initiate or resume a conversation

send_text_message

Provide the E.164 phone number and the message text. Sends a free-form conversational text message to a user on WhatsApp

Example Prompts for WhatsApp Business in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with WhatsApp Business immediately.

"Send a WhatsApp message to +123456789 saying 'Hi, your appointment is confirmed for 3 PM!'."

"Send the 'welcome_offer' template to +123456789 in en_US."

"Send a quick reply message to +123456789: 'How would you like to proceed?' with buttons 'Yes', 'No', 'Maybe'."

Troubleshooting WhatsApp Business MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting WhatsApp Business to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

WhatsApp Business + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating WhatsApp Business MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design — tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.