[Bug / WhatsApp Ban]: Session disconnected with 401 device_removed and 24h restriction on Baileys engine

[Mmsly]

Welcome!

• Yes, I have searched for similar issues on GitHub and found none.

What did you do?

We configured an instance (taha_store) using the WHATSAPP-BAILEYS integration in Evolution API v2.3.7 running on a cloud VPS.

The instance was handling strictly reactive, inbound customer service requests (price queries and warranty questions). We implemented human typing presence simulation (sendPresence: composing with a 2-second delay) and anti-spam debouncing (2.5s window). No bulk/mass messages or broadcasts were ever sent.

What did you expect?

We expected the multi-device connection to remain stable and connected continuously for legitimate inbound customer service conversations.

What did you observe instead of what you expected?

The instance suddenly disconnected with error code 401 (conflict: device_removed).

On the physical phone, WhatsApp logged out of the linked devices session and displayed a 24-hour temporary restriction stating that an unofficial application was detected.

Error payload from /instance/fetchInstances:

{
  "instance": "tastore",
  "connectionStatus": "close",
  "integration": "WHATSAPP-BAILEYS",
  "disconnectionReasonCode": 401,
  "disconnectionObject": {
    "error": {
      "data": {
        "tag": "conflict",
        "attrs": {
          "type": "device_removed"
        }
      },
      "isBoom": true,
      "isServer": false,
      "output": {
        "statusCode": 401,
        "error": "Unauthorized",
        "message": "Stream Errored (conflict)"
      }
    }
  }
}

### Screenshots/Videos

_No response_

### Which version of the API are you using?

v2.3.7


### What is your environment?

Windows

### Other environment specifications

Docker

- OS: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Cloud VPS)
- Node.js version: v20+ / Docker latest
- Integration: WHATSAPP-BAILEYS
- Country / Region: Libya (+218)

### If applicable, paste the log output

_No response_

### Additional Notes

_No response_