When leads live only in WhatsApp chats on someone’s phone, they get forgotten, and leave when that employee leaves. Connecting WhatsApp to a CRM keeps everything organised.
What integration gives you
- Every WhatsApp lead automatically created in the CRM.
- Full chat history linked to each contact.
- Follow-up reminders and tasks.
- Automated messages triggered by CRM stages.
- Reports on lead sources and conversions.
How it works
Integration requires the WhatsApp Business Platform (API), usually through a provider with built-in CRM connections or via automation tools.
Simple alternatives
- Use WhatsApp Business labels and a shared spreadsheet.
- Export chats regularly for important leads.
Keep data clean
Use consistent phone formats (with country code); clean lists with our phone number cleaner.
Measure value
Track lead outcomes and calculate value with our lead value calculator.
Privacy
Store customer data securely and use it only as customers agreed.
Read shared team inbox.
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