Sending Text Messages with HiBot Official WhatsApp API

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses rely heavily on instant communication. WhatsApp has become one of the most powerful channels for customer engagement, and with the HiBot Official WhatsApp API, sending automated and scalable messages is easier than ever.

This guide walks you through how to send text messages using the HiBot API, including request structure, parameters, and examples.

🚀 What Are Text Messages in HiBot API?

Text messages are the simplest form of communication via the WhatsApp API. They consist of:

• A text body

• An optional link preview

These messages are ideal for:

• Notifications

• Alerts

• Customer support replies

• Marketing messages (within policy limits)

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📡 API Endpoint

To send a text message, use the following endpoint:

POST /<WHATSAPP_BUSINESS_PHONE_NUMBER_ID>/messages

Example Request (cURL)

curl 'https://graph.facebook.com/<API_VERSION>/<WHATSAPP_BUSINESS_PHONE_NUMBER_ID>/messages' \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-H 'Authorization: Bearer <ACCESS_TOKEN>' \
-d '
{
  "messaging_product": "whatsapp",
  "recipient_type": "individual",
  "to": "<WHATSAPP_USER_PHONE_NUMBER>",
  "type": "text",
  "text": {
    "preview_url": <ENABLE_LINK_PREVIEW>,
    "body": "<BODY_TEXT>"
  }
}'

🧩 Request Parameters Explained

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
ACCESS_TOKEN	String	Yes	Authentication token	EAAAN6tcBzA...
API_VERSION	String	No	Graph API version	v25.0
WHATSAPP_BUSINESS_PHONE_NUMBER_ID	String	Yes	Business phone number ID	106540352242922
WHATSAPP_USER_PHONE_NUMBER	String	Yes	Recipient’s number	+16505551234
BODY_TEXT	String	Yes	Message content (max 4096 chars)	Product link
ENABLE_LINK_PREVIEW	Boolean	No	Enable link preview	true

🔗 Link Preview Feature

HiBot allows you to enhance messages with link previews, making them more engaging.

Key Points:

• Only the first URL in the message is previewed

• URLs must start with http:// or https://

• If preview fails, a clickable link is still shown

💡 Example: Sending a Message with Link Preview

curl 'https://graph.facebook.com/v25.0/106540352242922/messages' \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-H 'Authorization: Bearer EAAJB...' \
-d '
{
  "messaging_product": "whatsapp",
  "recipient_type": "individual",
  "to": "+16505551234",
  "type": "text",
  "text": {
    "preview_url": true,
    "body": "As requested, here's the link to our latest product: https://www.meta.com/quest/quest-3/"
  }
}'

✅ Example Response

{
  "messaging_product": "whatsapp",
  "contacts": [
    {
      "input": "+16505551234",
      "wa_id": "16505551234"
    }
  ],
  "messages": [
    {
      "id": "wamid.HBgLMTY0NjcwNDM1OTUVAgARGBI1RjQyNUE3NEYxMzAzMzQ5MkEA"
    }
  ]
}

🛠️ Best Practices

• Keep messages clear and concise

• Use link previews for better engagement

• Ensure valid phone number formatting

• Avoid sending unsolicited messages (follow WhatsApp policies)

• Monitor responses using message IDs

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🎯 Why Use HiBot Official API?

• Scalable messaging infrastructure

• Reliable delivery via WhatsApp Cloud API

• Easy integration with backend systems

• Supports automation and chatbots

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📌 Conclusion

The HiBot Official API makes sending WhatsApp text messages straightforward and powerful. Whether you're sending notifications, updates, or links, this API provides all the flexibility you need to build seamless communication workflows.

Start integrating today and take your customer engagement to the next level!

If you need help integrating HiBot API into your system, feel free to reach out or explore more advanced messaging features like templates, media messages, and automation flows.