evolution-api

Automate WhatsApp messaging integrations and multi-service workflows via RESTful APIs and webhooks.

Updated Dec 14, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aeonbridge/ab-anthropic-claude-skills --skill evolution-api
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Skill: evolution-api
Source: https://github.com/aeonbridge/ab-anthropic-claude-skills/tree/main/output/evolution-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aeonbridge/ab-anthropic-claude-skills --skill evolution-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evolution API provides a self-hosted, open-source platform to build, deploy, and orchestrate WhatsApp integrations across multiple services, enabling scalable messaging automation without vendor lock-in.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • RESTful API and Webhook-based messaging for flexible integration with Typebot, Chatwoot, Dify, and OpenAI.
  • Multi-channel customer engagement, CRM integration, and bot orchestration with a self-hosted deployment option.
  • Production-ready deployment using Docker, Redis caching, and PostgreSQL/MySQL persistence for reliable operations.

Quick Start

Install Evolution API locally or via Docker Compose, configure environment variables and a WhatsApp connection, then create an instance and start sending messages through the REST endpoints.

Frequently Asked Questions about evolution-api

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate WhatsApp messaging with webhook events and REST APIs?▼

You can automate WhatsApp messaging by deploying Evolution API via Docker, configuring webhooks, and sending messages through its REST endpoints. This setup orchestrates multi-channel customer service bots and CRM integrations without vendor lock-in.

What's the best way to self-host WhatsApp integrations for scalable customer service bots?▼

Self-hosting WhatsApp integrations for scalable customer service bots is best achieved using Docker deployment with Redis caching and PostgreSQL/MySQL persistence. Evolution API provides this production-ready environment to orchestrate multi-channel engagement.

Does Evolution API work with Typebot, Chatwoot, Dify, and OpenAI?▼

Yes, Evolution API works with Typebot, Chatwoot, Dify, and OpenAI. It uses webhook-based messaging and RESTful APIs to enable flexible integration and orchestration across these platforms for multi-channel customer engagement.

How do I set up a WhatsApp connection and instance for messaging automation?▼

To set up messaging automation, install Evolution API locally or via Docker Compose, configure environment variables, establish a WhatsApp connection, create an instance, and start sending messages through the REST API endpoints.

Why use a self-hosted API for WhatsApp automation instead of vendor-managed services?▼

Using a self-hosted API for WhatsApp automation prevents vendor lock-in while providing full control over your messaging pipelines. Evolution API enables scalable, webhook-driven automation across services like Typebot and Chatwoot.

Can I integrate WhatsApp messaging pipelines with a CRM using Docker and Redis?▼

Yes, you can integrate WhatsApp messaging pipelines with a CRM using Docker and Redis. Evolution API supports webhook events, database persistence, and Redis caching to enable reliable CRM integrations and bot orchestration.