{"id":518121,"date":"2025-12-19T12:32:55","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T12:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webkul.com\/blog\/?p=518121"},"modified":"2026-01-29T05:52:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:52:51","slug":"odoo-whatsapp-otp-authentication-document","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webkul.com\/blog\/odoo-whatsapp-otp-authentication-document\/","title":{"rendered":"User Guide for Odoo WhatsApp OTP Authentication"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Introduction<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Odoo WhatsApp OTP Authentication<\/a> makes Odoo website login and signup faster and more secure. Users can access their accounts with WhatsApp numbers and OTPs sent via WhatsApp. It removes the need for complex passwords and gives a smooth mobile-first experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Odoo WhatsApp OTP Authentication also lets users log in with a password if they want. Admins can set how long OTPs work, add WhatsApp details, and turn WhatsApp log in options on or off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Features<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Once you purchase App from Webkul store, you will receive a link to download module’s zip<\/strong> file<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Extract file on your system after download finishes. As a result, you will be able to see a folder named- \u2018wk_whatsapp_otp_auth<\/strong>\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Copy and paste this folder inside your Odoo Add-Ons path<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Now, open Odoo App and click on Settings menu. Here, click on Activate Developer Mode<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Then, open Apps menu and click on \u2018Update Modules List<\/strong>.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. In search bar, remove all filters and search \u2018wk_whatsapp_otp_auth\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. You will be able to see module in search results. Click on \u2018Activate<\/strong>\u2019 to install it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Installation<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Once you purchase App from Webkul store, you will receive a link to download module’s zip<\/strong> file<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Extract file on your system after download finishes. As a result, you will be able to see a folder named- \u2018wk_whatsapp_otp_auth<\/strong>\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Copy and paste this folder inside your Odoo Add-Ons path<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Now, open Odoo App and click on Settings menu. Here, click on Activate Developer Mode<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Then, open Apps menu and click on \u2018Update Modules List<\/strong>.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. In search bar, remove all filters and search \u2018wk_whatsapp_otp_auth\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. You will be able to see module in search results. Click on \u2018Activate<\/strong>\u2019 to install it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Workflow<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

      WhatsApp OTP Configuration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Once you install Odoo WhatsApp OTP Authentication, you can configure the WhatsApp OTP settings under your website configuration. Here\u2019s how you can set it up:
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      1. Enable WhatsApp OTP<\/strong>
        <\/strong> You can start by enabling this option. Once enabled, users will be able to log in using the OTP sent to their WhatsApp number.
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      2. Set OTP Validity Time<\/strong>
        <\/strong> Next, you can define how long the OTP should remain valid. Enter the time in seconds, and once the limit is reached, the OTP will automatically expire.
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      3. Choose OTP Length<\/strong>
        <\/strong> You can set the number of digits for the OTP. For example, you may choose 4 or 6 digits, depending on your preference.
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      4. Select WhatsApp Account<\/strong>
        <\/strong>You can select the WhatsApp account that will be used to send the OTP messages to users.
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      5. Set WhatsApp OTP Template<\/strong>
        <\/strong> With this option, you can select the WhatsApp template that will be used to deliver OTP messages to your users.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
        \"Enable<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Website View <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Website View<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

        Step 1: Open the Login Page<\/strong>
        <\/strong>Open the website and navigate to the login section. You will see an option to log in by WhatsApp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Step 2: Select \u201cLogin by WhatsApp\u201d<\/strong>
        <\/strong> Click on the WhatsApp login option to start the authentication process. This ensures your login will be verified via OTP sent to your WhatsApp account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \"Select<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Step 3: Enter Your Mobile Number
        <\/strong> Type the mobile number linked to your WhatsApp account in the input field. Include your country code if required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \"enter<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Step 4: Enter the OTP
        <\/strong> The system sends a One-Time Password (OTP) directly to your WhatsApp. Check your WhatsApp messages, retrieve the OTP, and enter it in the verification field. Make sure to submit before the otp expires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \"enter<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

        Step 5: OTP Verification<\/strong>
        <\/strong> The system verifies the entered OTP and timestamp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n