Using WhatsApp Stickers with the Messages API

Stickers allow businesses to communicate with end users in an informal way similar to emojis, but with larger images that can be customized to represent a brand.

Sending a Sticker Using a Sticker URL

First, ensure that your sticker image has been uploaded and has a publicly accessible URL; it should be in a .webp format and follow the size guidelines below. Once you have the URL, you can follow the instructions in Use a Sticker URL to Send a Sticker.

  • Supported Stickers Types: Static and animated third-party outbound stickers are supported in addition to all types of inbound stickers.
  • Sticker Size: A static sticker cannot exceed 100 KB. An animated sticker cannot exceed 500 KB. Both static and animated stickers must be 512x512 pixels.

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