Changelog
Track the latest updates, new features, and improvements in WhatChimp to stay current with platform enhancements.
Latest Updates
Stay informed about WhatChimp's evolution. Review recent releases below to understand new capabilities, fixes, and required actions.
New Features
- Added support for interactive buttons in bot flows, enabling richer user interactions.
- Introduced catalog management for product showcases directly in WhatsApp conversations.
Improvements
- Enhanced omnichannel inbox with real-time typing indicators across platforms.
- Optimized broadcast delivery speed by 30% for large subscriber lists.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed template sync issues when updating WhatsApp Business API configurations.
- Resolved subscriber import failures for CSV files with special characters.
New Features
- Launched Bot Manager 2.0 with visual flow builder and conditional logic.
- Added webhook support for custom integrations with external CRMs.
Breaking Changes
- Updated authentication flow to use OAuth 2.0; migrate by regenerating tokens.
- Deprecated legacy message templates; convert to new format via dashboard.
Bug Fixes
- Corrected dashboard crashes during high-volume message processing.
- Improved error handling for API rate limit exceedances.
Improvements
- Boosted subscriber manager search performance for lists over 100k contacts.
- Added bulk actions for labels in the inbox.
Bug Fixes
- Patched security vulnerability in webhook endpoints (CVE-2024-XXXX).
- Fixed intermittent failures in WhatsApp number verification.
Upgrading to the Latest Version
Follow these steps to update WhatChimp safely. Always back up your configurations first.
Review breaking changes in v2.0.0 before upgrading from v1.x.
Backup Data
Export subscribers and templates from the dashboard.
Update Package
npm update whatchimp --save
yarn upgrade whatchimp
Run Migrations
Execute the migration script:
npx whatchimp migrate
Restart Services
Restart your WhatChimp instance and verify connections.
Migration Notes for Breaking Changes
If upgrading from v1.x, update your authentication:
- Navigate to Settings > Integrations.
- Generate new OAuth tokens using
https://api.whatchimp.com/oauth/authorize. - Replace old API keys in your
.envfile:
WHATCHIMP_CLIENT_ID=your-client-id-here
WHATCHIMP_CLIENT_SECRET=your-client-secret-here
Convert legacy templates via the dashboard tool. New format supports dynamic variables like {user.name}.
Next Steps
Quickstart
Get up and running with the latest features.
Bot Manager Guide
Build advanced flows with new capabilities.
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