Prepare your WhatsApp number and WABA
Reviewed by Ahmed Mohamed · Oct 31, 20261 min read4 views
Short answer
Use a number that can receive SMS or calls, isn't registered on another WhatsApp API provider, and have admin access to your Meta Business portfolio.
Before you connect
- 1A phone number that can receive an SMS or voice call for verification
- 2The number isn't in use on another WhatsApp API provider. If it's on the WhatsApp Business app, you can migrate it during signup or delete the app account first.
- 3Admin access to your Meta Business portfolio (business.facebook.com)
- 4A display name that matches your business, following Meta's display name rules
What is a WABA?
A WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) is the account in Meta that holds your phone numbers and message templates. It belongs to your business, not to Nateq.
!Verifying your business in Meta Business Manager raises your messaging limits and lets you apply for the green tick.
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