# WhatsApp Bot

> Track expenses through WhatsApp. Send receipt photos, PDFs, and text to the Receiptix bot — no app required to start.

Source: https://receiptix.io/help/whatsapp-bot

## What Is the WhatsApp Bot?

The Receiptix WhatsApp bot lets you track expenses without opening the app. Message it a photo of a receipt, a PDF invoice, or a quick text like 12.50 lunch, and it turns what you send into an expense that syncs with your account.

You can use it as your main way to add expenses — it works independently of the mobile app. You can even log your first expenses before installing anything: just start a chat at [receiptix.io/whatsapp](/whatsapp/).

## Linking Your Account

Already have the app? Connect your Receiptix account to WhatsApp in five steps:

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#### Open Settings

In the Receiptix app, go to Settings > WhatsApp.

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#### Get Your Code

Copy the unique 6-character code shown on screen.

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#### Open the Chat

Tap "Open WhatsApp" in the app, or go to [receiptix.io/whatsapp](/whatsapp/). WhatsApp numbers aren't searchable like usernames, so use the link.

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#### Send Your Code

Send the 6-character code to the bot as your first message.

5

#### Done

Your account is linked. Start sending receipts and expenses.

## What You Can Send

The bot accepts a few kinds of input:

### Receipt Photos & PDFs

Send a photo of a receipt or forward a PDF invoice. The bot extracts the merchant, items, and amounts automatically.

### Text Descriptions

Type what you spent — "8.50 coffee" — and the bot parses the details and creates the entry for you.

Everything the bot processes syncs automatically with your Receiptix account across all your devices.

## Managing the Connection

Once linked, the WhatsApp settings screen in the Receiptix app shows your connection status along with convenient options:

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**Connected status** — confirms your WhatsApp number is linked

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**Open WhatsApp** — a button to jump straight to your chat with the bot, with the bot's number shown underneath as a fallback you can copy

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**Unlink** — one-click disconnect if you want to stop using the bot or switch accounts

## Tips and Details

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You don't need the mobile app installed to use the WhatsApp bot. You can even start before installing it and claim your account later by signing up from the chat.

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WhatsApp numbers aren't searchable like usernames — reach the bot through the "Open WhatsApp" button in the app or at [receiptix.io/whatsapp](/whatsapp/).

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The linking code is 6 characters, alphanumeric. It's single-use and expires after a short period for security.

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Send /help to the bot at any time to see the commands it understands.

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Unlinking is instant. Tap the disconnect button in app settings and the bot stops processing your messages immediately.

## Related Articles

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