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title: Do I need a verified business profile to use the WhatsApp Business API?
description: "Yes, WhatsApp requires a verified business profile to use the API, which builds customer trust and ensures authenticity. **SMSGatewayCenter** helps you set up your profile through Meta’s Business Manager, guiding you through verification, security approvals, and a 50% faster onboarding…"
url: "https://www.smsgatewaycenter.com/blog/kb/do-i-need-a-verified-business-profile-to-use-the-whatsapp-business-api/"
updated: "2025-05-13"
category: WhatsApp Business API
---

# Do I need a verified business profile to use the WhatsApp Business API?

Yes, WhatsApp requires a verified business profile to use the API, which builds customer trust and ensures authenticity. **SMSGatewayCenter** helps you set up your profile through Meta’s Business Manager, guiding you through verification, security approvals, and a 50% faster onboarding process.

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