WhatsApp for Developers
Integrate WhatsApp in minutes, not weeks. One API call to send messages. Production-ready SDKs for every major language.
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Send your first WhatsApp message
Install the SDK and send a message in under 5 lines of code
import Zavudev from "@zavudev/sdk";
const client = new Zavu();
// Send a WhatsApp message in one line
const result = await client.messages.send({
to: "+14155551234",
channel: "whatsapp",
text: "Hello from Zavu!",
});
console.log(result.message.id);Why developers choose Zavu for WhatsApp
Skip the complexity of Meta's Cloud API. Get a developer-friendly experience with production-ready SDKs.
Production SDKs
Python and Node.js SDKs. Install with one command and start sending messages in minutes.
One Simple Endpoint
POST /v1/messages for everything. Text, media, templates, buttons, lists - all the same endpoint.
All Message Types
Text, images, videos, documents, location, contacts, interactive buttons, lists, and templates.
Smart Fallback
Automatic fallback to SMS when WhatsApp delivery fails. Never lose a message.
Real-time Webhooks
Delivery status updates, incoming messages, and reactions. All events in real-time.
Fair Pricing
Pay per monthly active user, not per message. WhatsApp is free within the 24-hour window.
Every WhatsApp message type supported
Send any type of message with the same simple API. Text, media, interactive elements, and templates.
Text
Text
Image
Image
Video
Video
Audio
Audio
Document
Document
Location
Location
Contact
Contact
Buttons
Buttons
Lists
Lists
Templates
Templates
Reactions
Reactions
Sticker
Sticker
Code examples for common use cases
Copy-paste examples for templates, interactive buttons, and webhooks
Send Template Message
Use pre-approved templates to initiate conversations or send notifications outside the 24h window.
import Zavudev from "@zavudev/sdk";
const client = new Zavu();
// Send a WhatsApp template message
const result = await client.messages.send({
to: "+14155551234",
messageType: "template",
content: {
templateId: "order_confirmation",
templateVariables: {
"1": "John",
"2": "ORD-12345",
},
},
});Send Interactive Buttons
Add up to 3 interactive buttons for quick customer responses.
import Zavudev from "@zavudev/sdk";
const client = new Zavu();
// Send interactive buttons
const result = await client.messages.send({
to: "+14155551234",
messageType: "buttons",
text: "How would you rate your experience?",
content: {
buttons: [
{ id: "great", title: "Great!" },
{ id: "okay", title: "It was okay" },
{ id: "poor", title: "Not good" },
],
},
});Handle Incoming Webhooks
Receive real-time events for message delivery, incoming messages, and reactions.
import express from "express";
const app = express();
app.post("/webhooks/zavu", express.json(), (req, res) => {
const event = req.body;
switch (event.type) {
case "message.inbound":
console.log("New message from:", event.data.from);
console.log("Text:", event.data.text);
break;
case "message.delivered":
console.log("Message delivered:", event.data.id);
break;
}
res.status(200).send("OK");
});Let your customers connect their WhatsApp
Building a platform? Create invitation links for your customers to connect their WhatsApp Business accounts. They complete Meta's embedded signup flow - no credentials shared.
- One-click invitation link creation via API
- Secure Meta OAuth flow - no password sharing
- Webhook notification when onboarding completes
- Pre-assign Zavu phone numbers to customers
import Zavudev from "@zavudev/sdk";
const client = new Zavu();
// Create an invitation for your customer
const invitation = await client.invitations.create({
clientName: "Acme Corp",
clientEmail: "contact@acme.com",
expiresInDays: 7,
});
// Share this URL with your customer
console.log(invitation.invitation.url);
// https://dashboard.zavu.dev/invite/abc123xyzSee exactly what you'll pay
No hidden fees. What you see is what you pay.
Cost Breakdown
Platform Fee (MAU)
3,000 contacts × $0.001
WhatsApp Messages
100,000 messages
Email Messages
10,000 × $0.0001
SMS Messages
0 × $0.0410
per month
WhatsApp is free within the 24h conversation window. SMS and Email rates are pass-through at cost. All prices in USD.
WhatsApp template messages outside the 24h window are charged directly by Meta. View Meta pricing
$0.001
per MAU
Free
WhatsApp (24h)
$0.041
SMS per message
$0.0001
Email per message
Zavu vs. the alternatives
A developer-friendly WhatsApp API with fair pricing and production-ready SDKs
| Feature | Zavu | Meta Cloud API | Twilio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup time | 5 minutes | Days/Weeks | Hours |
| Official SDKs | 2 languages | 0 | 7 languages |
| Pricing model | $0.001/MAU | Per conversation | $0.001/msg |
| Customer-initiated messages | Free | Free | $0.001 |
| Smart fallback to SMS | Manual | ||
| Partner invitation flow | |||
| Multi-channel (SMS + Email) | |||
| Developer experience | Simple | Complex | Good |
| Support | Included | None | Paid plans |
Get started in 4 steps
From signup to sending your first message in under 5 minutes
Get your API key
Sign up for free and get your API key from the dashboard. No credit card required.
export ZAVU_API_KEY=zavu_live_...Install the SDK
Install the SDK for your language with a single command.
pip install zavudev # or: npm install @zavudev/sdkConnect WhatsApp Business
Use the embedded signup flow to connect your WhatsApp Business Account in minutes.
# Complete the setup in your dashboardSend your first message
You're ready to send WhatsApp messages with one API call.
client.messages.send(to="+1...", channel="whatsapp", text="Hello!")Frequently asked questions
Common questions about WhatsApp Business API integration
What is the 24-hour conversation window?
WhatsApp allows free-form messaging within 24 hours after the customer's last message. Outside this window, you must use pre-approved template messages. Zavu tracks this automatically and can fall back to SMS if needed.
How do WhatsApp templates work?
Templates are pre-approved message formats registered with Meta. Use them for order confirmations, shipping updates, or initiating conversations. Create templates in the Zavu dashboard and Meta will approve them, usually within 24 hours.
Can I send bulk/broadcast messages?
Yes. Zavu supports broadcast campaigns to thousands of recipients. Create a broadcast, add contacts with personalized variables, and send immediately or schedule for later. Templates required for contacts outside the 24h window.
How do webhooks work?
Configure a webhook URL for your sender and we'll POST events in real-time: message.delivered, message.failed, message.inbound (including reactions). Verify signatures with your webhook secret for security.
What happens if WhatsApp fails?
Enable smart fallback to automatically send via SMS when WhatsApp delivery fails. This ensures your message always reaches the customer, even if they don't have WhatsApp or are offline.
Start building with WhatsApp today
Get your free API key and send your first message in minutes. No credit card required.