Migration · 2026-03-22
Migrating from WATI to KyaApp
A practical migration checklist if you are moving from WATI to KyaApp for WhatsApp + Instagram inbox and AI — without overpromising feature parity.
Switch platforms only when the new product solves a real gap. The usual reason teams look at KyaApp after WATI: Instagram belongs next to WhatsApp, and they want AI on the inbox without carrying a full growth stack.
Before you migrate
Confirm KyaApp covers your must-haves today:
- Shared WhatsApp + Instagram inbox
- Template campaigns
- AI auto-replies (Pro)
- Contacts + analytics
- INR plans
If you depend on WATI's deep no-code flows or Shopify sync, keep those workflows on WATI (or another tool) until our roadmap catches up — or stay put.
Migration checklist
- Export contacts / opt-in lists from your current tool
- Connect WhatsApp Business API credentials in KyaApp
- Connect Instagram messaging
- Recreate critical templates in Meta if needed
- Train the team on the new inbox for one week in parallel
- Cut over campaigns only after replies look clean
- Turn down the old inbox once volume is stable
What not to expect on day one
- Full flow-builder parity with WATI
- Drop-in Shopify automation clones
- Identical reporting layouts
FAQ
Will customers notice?
They should not — you keep the same WhatsApp number and Instagram account. Only the agent UI changes.
Can we run both briefly?
Yes. Parallel run reduces risk; just avoid double-replies.
Try the WhatsApp + Instagram inbox
14-day free trial. Clear INR plans.