Claude WhatsApp Channel FAQs

Question 1

How does it ensure security and privacy?

Accepted Answer

The channel includes a sender allowlist to prevent prompt injection, ensuring only authorized contacts can interact with Claude. Additionally, it runs locally on your machine, meaning nothing leaves your device except the standard WhatsApp traffic, safeguarding your privacy.

Question 2

What are the technical requirements to use this tool?

Accepted Answer

You'll need Node.js 20+, Claude Code 2.1.80+ (2.1.81+ for permission relay), and a WhatsApp account. It links like WhatsApp Web, requiring a QR scan or pairing code for setup.

Question 3

What is the Claude WhatsApp Channel?

Accepted Answer

It's a bridge that connects your Claude Code CLI session to WhatsApp, allowing you to control and interact with Claude Code directly from your mobile device. You can send messages, voice notes, and attachments, and Claude can reply with text or files.

Question 4

Can I approve Claude Code's tool-use prompts from WhatsApp?

Accepted Answer

Yes, for Claude Code 2.1.81+, you can remotely approve or deny tool-use prompts (like Bash or Write) by replying to a special WhatsApp message. This feature requires the sender to be on your allowlist for security.

Question 5

What types of media and content can be exchanged?

Accepted Answer

You can exchange text messages, voice notes (which can be transcribed by Claude), images, videos, and documents. Claude can also send back text replies, emoji reactions, and file attachments.

Claude WhatsApp Channel

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