# Does WhatsApp API work with the phone turned off?

Yes — after your phone is connected to WhatsApp Web (via QR code or pairing code), the **Whapi.Cloud API continues to work even if your phone is turned off or disconnected from the internet**.

This allows you to run automations and integrations without keeping the phone constantly online.

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#### 🔒 WhatsApp Session Limits

However, according to WhatsApp’s internal security policy:

* The **session remains valid for up to 14 days** without phone activity.
* After that, the session will be automatically disconnected, and you’ll need to **reconnect your number to the API**.

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#### ✅ How to Keep Your Channel Active

To maintain a stable connection without disruptions:

1. **Turn on your phone at least once every 10–12 days**
2. Open the WhatsApp app manually
3. Send any message or refresh your chat list
4. After that, the phone can be turned off again

This simple action resets the activity window and helps avoid session expiration.

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Need help? [Contact support](https://support.whapi.cloud) anytime.


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