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Self-hosted WhatsApp HTTP API that lets you send and receive messages through a simple REST interface.
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What you can build with WAHA
WAHA, or WhatsApp HTTP API, is an open-source REST API server designed to encapsulate WhatsApp Web within a streamlined HTTP interface. This enables any application or service to send messages, receive notifications, and manage user sessions without relying on browser installations or incurring external cloud service expenses. The system accommodates various engine backends; specifically, this template utilizes the NOWEB engine. This engine facilitates direct communication via WebSocket, eliminating the need to launch a web browser, thereby ensuring a lightweight operation and optimal efficiency for Virtual Private Server (VPS) resources.
By self-hosting WAHA, users retain complete command over their WhatsApp session data, message content, and webhook configurations. It allows for rapid integration of existing systems such as CRMs, chatbots, helpdesks, or internal tools with WhatsApp, leveraging standard HTTP requests. A comprehensive web dashboard and an interactive Swagger UI are provided as standard features, ready for immediate use.
Key features of WAHA
REST API for WhatsApp
Send and receive WhatsApp messages, media, and events through a documented REST API accessible from any language or framework.
Built-in web dashboard
Manage sessions, scan QR codes, and monitor activity through a web UI without writing any code.
Webhook event streaming
Push incoming messages and status updates to your own endpoints with configurable event filters and custom headers.
Session persistence
Sessions survive container restarts automatically — no QR re-scan required after a reboot or update.
Media file handling
Send and receive images, documents, voice notes, and video files with built-in local storage for received media.
Why run WAHA on Hostinger
Launch in one click
Get your application up and running instantly with a preconfigured setup. No manual installation or complex setup steps.
Security you can rely on
Keep your applications protected with a built-in firewall, DDoS protection, and continuous monitoring.
Built in Docker manager
Run and manage multiple Docker containers from one place. Deploy, update, and monitor your projects with ease.
Launch in one click
Get your application up and running instantly with a preconfigured setup. No manual installation or complex setup steps.
Security you can rely on
Keep your applications protected with a built-in firewall, DDoS protection, and continuous monitoring.
Built in Docker manager
Run and manage multiple Docker containers from one place. Deploy, update, and monitor your projects with ease.
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