> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.botpenguin.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.botpenguin.com/ai-agents/creating-ai-agents-in-botpenguin/agent-settings/whatsapp.md).

# WhatsApp

## WhatsApp Agent Settings

WhatsApp Agent Settings allow you to configure how human agents handle conversations on WhatsApp after a chatbot handoff. These settings control agent availability, message behavior, routing rules, and customer experience during live chats.

Proper configuration ensures seamless collaboration between automation and human support on WhatsApp.

### How to Access

1. Log into your **BotPenguin** dashboard.
2. Navigate to the **Agents** sidebar.
3. Select the agent you wish to configure.
4. Click on **Agent Settings**.
5. Under Agent Settings, choose the Whatsapp sub-tab.

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6. Then click on Integrate whatsapp button.

#### Complete Meta Automated onboarding <a href="#id-2.2-complete-meta-automated-onboarding" id="id-2.2-complete-meta-automated-onboarding"></a>

1. Select all the pre-requisite and click "Proceed"

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2. Choose Automated or Manual onboarding. In this document, We will talking about Automated onboard.

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3. It will open up a new pop-up window where you have to complete the Meta onboarding.

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Please make sure that you have not blocked the pop-up window in your browser, If yes, Please enable the same.
{% endhint %}

4. Upon successful completion, Your bot will be connected to WhatsApp. But as a last step, You have to update your payment method.

### Need Help?

If your agent doesn’t show up after installation or you encounter code-related issues, contact us at [**support@botpenguin.com**](mailto:support@botpenguin.com) or reach out directly via the WhatsApp Support option. We typically respond within 48 business hours.