WhatsApp API guide

WhatsApp message templates

Templates are the only messages a business can send outside the 24-hour window, so writing them well matters for both approval and cost.

The three categories

Marketing (offers, announcements), utility (order, payment and appointment updates the customer expects) and authentication (one-time passwords).

Variables and buttons

Use {{1}}-style variables for names and order numbers, and up to three quick-reply or call-to-action buttons.

Approval tips

Be specific, match the category honestly, avoid vague or misleading promises, and only use variables you can always fill.

Manage them in one place

Draft, submit and track template status from the WhatsApp API screen in AnjokWA Bot.

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Frequently asked questions

Why was my template rejected?

Common reasons: wrong category, unclear purpose, too many variables or promotional wording in a utility template.

Can you write templates for us?

Yes, template writing and approval is one of our paid help services.

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