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ChatRail

Context-aware WhatsApp infrastructure for developers

A WhatsApp API service that enables sending context-aware alerts, receiving replies via webhook, and optionally providing AI-powered answers grounded in the

Overview

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ChatRail provides infrastructure for developers to send WhatsApp messages via REST API without needing Meta approval or templates. Messages are sent from a linked WhatsApp device, delivery is tracked per recipient, and customers' replies return to your server via signed webhooks. Optional contextual AI replies can answer customer questions based on data you attach to each message, using either ChatRail's included model or your own API key from OpenAI, Anthropic, or compatible providers. The service includes a dashboard for managing connections, scheduling messages, reviewing logs, and testing before production, plus integration with tools like n8n, Make, Zapier and managed integrations with Shopify, Stripe, HubSpot and others. Developer access via HTTP doesn't require an SDK, and the free Sandbox tier provides 500 messages monthly for testing.

Feature notes

  • No SDK required, any HTTP client works
  • Per-recipient delivery tracking
  • Message scheduling with recurring options
  • Context-aware AI replies grounded in alert data
  • Runaway loop protection limits
  • Support for text, media, documents and locations
  • Signed webhooks with idempotency keys
  • MCP tools for AI agent workspace management
  • Automatic message log encryption and deletion

Pricing

Pricing model: Freemium

Sandbox: Free with 1 connected number and 500 messages/month. Core: $15/month for 1 connected number with unlimited messaging. Core + AI: $29/month including 10,000 AI replies/month. Team: $79/month for 5 connected numbers and 50,000 AI replies/month. Extra number: $8/month. Annual billing includes

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FAQ

Will my number get banned?
Numbers get banned for unsolicited bulk messages and people reporting you. ChatRail prevents runaway loops by refusing more than 10 messages to the same person within five minutes, which is the pattern that gets numbers reported. The service cannot make cold outreach safe, and no provider can.
What does unlimited messaging mean?
Paid plans have no monthly message quota and no per-message fee. The only limit is number safety through per-recipient limits. The free Sandbox includes 500 messages per month.
Do I need my own AI key?
No. Core + AI includes 10,000 AI replies per month and Team includes 50,000, both on ChatRail's model. You can add your own OpenAI-compatible or Anthropic key for a different model or unlimited replies.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. There is no cancellation fee, and your plan stays active until the end of the period you already paid for. A first payment is fully refundable within 14 days.
Is this an official Meta integration?
No. ChatRail connects as a linked device to a regular WhatsApp account rather than through Meta's official WhatsApp Business Platform, which removes the need for templates and approval. Sessions remain subject to WhatsApp's policies and may need re-pairing.

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