
How to Set Up WhatsApp Auto-Reply and Away Messages (2026 Guide)
An auto-reply catches the customer who messages at 11pm or while you're busy — answering instantly, setting expectations, and keeping the lead warm. This 2026 guide shows how to set up greeting, away and quick-reply messages on the free WhatsApp Business app, where those tools run out, and how to build real keyword and chatbot auto-replies on the API.



