How to install WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) in Gemini CLI
Gemini CLI was replaced by Antigravity CLI in June 2026. On an enterprise licence or paid API key you can still install WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) by running "gemini mcp add whatsapp-chat-reader-unofficial uvx wa-chat-reader", then type /mcp to check it.
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Run the install command
In a terminal, run:
gemini mcp add whatsapp-chat-reader-unofficial uvx wa-chat-reader - 2
Check it
Inside Gemini CLI, type /mcp to list servers and tools.
MCP servers run with your permissions. If WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) needs an API key, add it under env in the config. Check its README.
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Questions
Does WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) work in Gemini CLI?
Yes. Gemini CLI supports local and remote mcp servers, extensions (legacy), and WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) installs with the steps above.
WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) does not show up in Gemini CLI. What now?
Restart Gemini CLI fully, check the JSON is valid, and make sure uv (for uvx) is installed. See common MCP errors and fixes.
Is WhatsApp Chat Reader (Unofficial) safe?
It scores 32 of 100. Review the code before you install it, and only give it the access it needs. Grades and details.
