FAQ

WhatsApp API questions, answered straight.

What's the difference between WhatsApp Business and the API?+
The WhatsApp Business app is a free app for a single phone and a single person, fine for a solo owner. The Business API is for teams and growth: it lets multiple agents work one verified number, adds automation and message templates, integrates with your CRM, and gives you reporting. The app lives on one phone; the API lives in your business.
Do I need the API or is the free app enough?+
If you're a solo owner with light message volume, the free Business app may be all you need, and we'll say so. The moment you have a team answering messages, real volume, or you want automation, reporting, and CRM integration, the API is the upgrade that pays for itself by stopping missed leads.
Can multiple people answer the same number?+
Yes, that's one of the biggest reasons to move to the API. Several team members can work the same business number at once, each with the full conversation history, so handoffs are clean and nothing depends on one person's phone.
How much does the WhatsApp API cost?+
Two parts: Meta's per-conversation charges, which vary by country and message type and are usually modest for a U.S. small business, plus the platform and management that connect it to your CRM. For most small businesses it's a small, predictable monthly cost. We give you a real estimate based on your volume before you commit.
Will it work with my CRM?+
Yes. We connect the API directly to Unified, our CRM hub, so WhatsApp conversations live alongside that customer's emails, web inquiries, and pipeline status. One history, one system, automatic follow-up.
Can I keep my current WhatsApp number?+
In most cases yes, we can migrate your existing number to the API, though it means giving up the personal/app version on that number. We walk you through the options during setup so there are no surprises and no lost messages.
Do I get the verified green checkmark?+
The API makes you eligible to apply for the verified business badge, and we handle that application as part of setup. The badge builds trust and reassures customers they're talking to the real business.
Can it send automatic messages?+
Yes, within Meta's rules. You can send instant auto-replies, and approved message templates for things like appointment reminders, order updates, and review requests. Marketing messages require customer opt-in, which we help you collect properly.
Does it support Spanish?+
Fully. Your team can handle English and Spanish conversations from the same inbox, and you can set up auto-replies and templates in both languages. For Hispanic-owned businesses and bilingual markets, that's a major advantage.
Is it hard to set up?+
On your own, it can be confusing, Meta verification, number provisioning, platform setup. With us, it's done for you. We handle verification, connect everything to your CRM, configure your automations, and train your team, so you skip the headache and go straight to faster replies.
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