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title: Why is there a character limit on labels and text?
description: "Meta’s **WhatsApp Flow** component specs define these limits so flows render correctly on all devices and comply with their UX guidelines. SMSGatewayCenter’s builder enforces them (e.g. maxlength, counters) to avoid validation errors when you publish. ### More Related Articles -…"
url: "https://www.smsgatewaycenter.com/blog/kb/why-is-there-a-character-limit-on-labels-and-text/"
updated: "2026-08-09"
category: WhatsApp Business API / WhatsApp Flows
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# Why is there a character limit on labels and text?

Meta’s **WhatsApp Flow** component specs define these limits so flows render correctly on all devices and comply with their UX guidelines. SMSGatewayCenter’s builder enforces them (e.g. maxlength, counters) to avoid validation errors when you publish.

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