Open WhatsApp Web in your Chrome browser
Posted: Mon May 26, 2025 9:11 am
How they generally work:
Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Open a chat, compose your message, and you'll typically find a new scheduling icon or option added by the extension.
Set the date and time.
Limitation: WhatsApp Web (and thus these extensions) must be open and your computer online for the message to be sent at the scheduled time.
2. For Businesses (Medium to Large) with WhatsApp Business Platform (API)
This is the most robust and reliable way to schedule WhatsApp messages at scale, especially for marketing campaigns, transactional alerts, and automated customer service. It involves using the WhatsApp Business Platform (API), usually through a Business Solution Provider (BSP).
Key capabilities and how it works:
Campaign Scheduling:
Businesses can schedule large-scale marketing whatsapp number list campaigns (e.g., promotional offers, new product announcements) to be sent to opted-in customer segments at optimal times.
Process:
Access your BSP's platform (e.g., Gallabox, Wati, WaTheta, BotSailor).
Create a "Broadcast" or "Campaign" within the platform.
Select your target audience (e.g., import a CSV list, choose a segment).
Select or create a pre-approved message template (required for business-initiated messages outside the 24-hour customer service window). These templates ensure messages are non-spammy and comply with WhatsApp's policies.
Personalize the message using variables (e.g., {{customer_name}}, {{order_number}}).
Choose the desired date and time for the broadcast to be sent.
The BSP's system handles the sending automatically.
Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store.
Open a chat, compose your message, and you'll typically find a new scheduling icon or option added by the extension.
Set the date and time.
Limitation: WhatsApp Web (and thus these extensions) must be open and your computer online for the message to be sent at the scheduled time.
2. For Businesses (Medium to Large) with WhatsApp Business Platform (API)
This is the most robust and reliable way to schedule WhatsApp messages at scale, especially for marketing campaigns, transactional alerts, and automated customer service. It involves using the WhatsApp Business Platform (API), usually through a Business Solution Provider (BSP).
Key capabilities and how it works:
Campaign Scheduling:
Businesses can schedule large-scale marketing whatsapp number list campaigns (e.g., promotional offers, new product announcements) to be sent to opted-in customer segments at optimal times.
Process:
Access your BSP's platform (e.g., Gallabox, Wati, WaTheta, BotSailor).
Create a "Broadcast" or "Campaign" within the platform.
Select your target audience (e.g., import a CSV list, choose a segment).
Select or create a pre-approved message template (required for business-initiated messages outside the 24-hour customer service window). These templates ensure messages are non-spammy and comply with WhatsApp's policies.
Personalize the message using variables (e.g., {{customer_name}}, {{order_number}}).
Choose the desired date and time for the broadcast to be sent.
The BSP's system handles the sending automatically.