Messenger

Facebook Messenger API Skill (Advanced)

Purpose

Provide a production-oriented guide for Messenger Platform workflows: sending messages, handling webhooks, and managing Page messaging using direct HTTPS calls.

Best fit

• You need bot-style messaging in Facebook Messenger.
• You want clean webhook handling and message UX.
• You prefer direct HTTP requests rather than SDKs.

Not a fit

• You need advanced Graph API Ads or Marketing workflows.
• You must use complex browser-based OAuth flows.

Quick orientation

• Read references/messenger-api-overview.md for base URLs and core object map.
• Read references/webhooks.md for verification and signature validation.
• Read references/messaging.md for Send API fields and message types.
• Read references/permissions-and-tokens.md for token flow and required permissions.
• Read references/request-templates.md for concrete HTTP payloads.
• Read references/conversation-patterns.md for UX flows (get started, menu, fallback).
• Read references/webhook-event-map.md for event types and routing.

Required inputs

• Facebook App ID and App Secret.
• Page ID and Page access token.
• Webhook URL and verify token.
• Message UX and allowed interactions.

Expected output

• A clear messaging workflow plan, permissions checklist, and operational guardrails.

Operational notes

• Validate signatures on all webhook events.
• Keep replies short and acknowledge quickly.
• Handle rate limits and retries with backoff.

Security notes

• Never log tokens or app secrets.
• Use least-privilege permissions.