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Twilio Flex WhatsApp Integration Checklist

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Matija Vrzan
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1,891
Language
English
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Summary

Integrating Twilio Flex with WhatsApp requires careful configuration and setup, including creating multiple Twilio accounts, setting up Single Sign-On (SSO) for Twilio Flex, requesting access to WhatsApp Business API, purchasing a Twilio phone number, and configuring routing options. Additionally, obtaining an Official Business Account from WhatsApp is optional but offers additional benefits and features. The integration also requires the use of pre-approved templates for outbound messaging and enables reporting through Twilio Flex Insights. To develop custom plugins or functions, local development environments can be set up using the Twilio CLI tool, and deploying solutions to multiple accounts is possible via the Twilio CLI.