Contact list management
Upload a CSV or paste numbers directly. Duplicates are removed automatically. International format is supported.
WhatsApp broadcasts from your personal number
WhatsApp Business API charges per conversation. chat-valet uses your existing personal or business number — no monthly minimums, no per-message fees beyond your plan.
When WhatsApp Business API is overkill
The official API makes sense if you send tens of thousands of messages a month and can absorb per-conversation billing plus BSP markup. For a small business sending newsletters to 500 customers, it is expensive and slow to set up.
chat-valet connects to the WhatsApp account you already have. Setup takes a minute. Cost is flat, not per-message.
What the broadcast tool does
Message personalization
Use {FirstName} style variables pulled from your contact list. Spintax {Hi|Hello|Hey} rotates variants so messages look less identical.
Attachments
Send images, PDFs, or voice clips alongside text. One attachment per message.
Pacing controls
Set a delay between messages and a daily cap per number. Sending slowly is the single most effective way to avoid flags.
Scheduling
Pick a date and time to start the campaign, or send immediately. Campaigns run in the background.
Number verification
Before sending, chat-valet checks which numbers are on WhatsApp. Messages only go to confirmed accounts.
The honest risk warning
The safe zone: appointment reminders, order confirmations, and short newsletters to warm audiences who already know you. Cold outreach to bought lists is risky and, in most countries, illegal under GDPR or equivalent laws.
GDPR note
If you are sending to EU residents, you need a lawful basis — typically explicit consent. Keep a record of when and how each person opted in. chat-valet does not store or validate consent for you; that responsibility is yours. We recommend including an unsubscribe instruction in every broadcast.
How it compares to WhatsApp Business API
| chat-valet (personal number) | WhatsApp Business API | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup time | ~1 minute (QR scan) | 1–4 weeks (business verification) |
| Cost model | Flat monthly fee from $7/mo | Per-conversation + BSP margin |
| Daily volume limit | 20–30 msgs/number (recommended) | Up to 100k/day (with approval) |
| Block risk | Real — WhatsApp may restrict number | Low if templates are approved |
| Message types | Any (text, media, links) | Approved templates for marketing |
| Requires business entity | No | Yes |
Getting started
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Create your account
Sign up at chat-valet.com. No credit card needed during the free test period.
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Connect WhatsApp
Go to Accounts, click Add, and scan the QR code with your phone.
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Upload your contact list
CSV with phone numbers in international format. The tool deduplicates and checks which numbers are active on WhatsApp.
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Write your message
Use variables for personalization. Add spintax if you want variation. Attach a file if needed.
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Set pacing and schedule
Choose a delay between messages and set a daily cap. Schedule for the right time zone.
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Launch and monitor
The campaign runs in the background. You see delivery status in real time.
Works alongside other features
After a broadcast goes out, inbound replies land in the unified inbox. The AI assistant can handle replies automatically if you enable it — it learns your tone from previous conversations.
You can also set up a keyword bot to answer common questions from people who respond to the broadcast.
Try free for 30 days — all features except the AI assistant. No card required.
Connect WhatsAppFrequently asked questions
How is this different from WhatsApp Business API?
The official API requires a verified business account, costs $0.005–$0.15 per conversation depending on country and category, and involves a BSP (Business Solution Provider) setup. chat-valet uses your personal or WhatsApp Business number directly — no BSP, no per-conversation fee, no approval process. The trade-off: personal numbers have no guarantee against blocking for mass sending.
Can WhatsApp block my number?
Yes. WhatsApp can restrict or ban any number it detects sending bulk messages. We have no control over that and we say so upfront. We recommend staying under 20–30 messages per day per number. If volume is your top priority, the official API is the safer route.
Do I need to give recipients a way to opt out?
Under GDPR and most other privacy regulations, yes. You are responsible for collecting consent and honoring unsubscribe requests. chat-valet does not manage consent lists — that part is on you.
What file types can I attach?
Images, PDF documents, and audio files — the same types WhatsApp itself supports for personal messages.
How do I connect my WhatsApp account?
You scan a QR code in your dashboard, exactly like WhatsApp Web. No business verification or phone number transfer required.
Is there a free trial?
All features except the AI assistant are free for 30 days — no card required. After the trial, plans start from $7/month.