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WhatsApp MCP

Community MCP server by Luke Harries

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By the Klyvoo teamChecked October 3, 2026Checked on official sources

WhatsApp MCP at a glance

WhatsApp MCP is a community-built MCP server by Luke Harries. It lets an AI assistant search, read and send your personal WhatsApp messages and media.

Connects to
Communication
Hosting
Local · stdio
Sign-in
QR code login
Price
Free
Works with
Claude Desktop, Cursor
Best for
Individuals automating personal WhatsApp chats
Checked
October 3, 2026 on official sources

How to install WhatsApp MCP

Add the command below as a new MCP server in your AI app’s settings or MCP config file. Sign-in: QR code login.

Install or connect
git clone https://github.com/lharries/whatsapp-mcp.git

What WhatsApp MCP can do

A Go bridge links to your WhatsApp account through the web multidevice API and stores messages in a local SQLite database. A Python MCP server then lets Claude or Cursor search chats and send messages or files.

Tools it exposes include
search_contactslist_messageslist_chatssend_messagesend_filedownload_media

Best for: individuals automating personal WhatsApp chats

Pros

  • Messages stay on your machine
  • Sends text, files and voice notes
  • Very popular open source project

Cons

  • Unofficial and needs re-login about every 20 days
  • Setup needs Go, Python and uv

WhatsApp MCP FAQ

Is WhatsApp MCP free?

Yes. It is open source under MIT and uses your own WhatsApp account.

How do I connect WhatsApp MCP?

Clone the repo, run the Go bridge and scan the QR code then add the Python server to your Claude Desktop or Cursor config.

What can WhatsApp MCP do?

It can search contacts, read and list chats, send messages, files and audio and download media.