What is the WhatsApp broadcast limit per day?
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The number of messages you can send through WhatsApp broadcasts depends on your Messaging Tier:
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Tier 1: 1,000 unique recipients in a 24-hour period.
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Tier 2: 10,000 unique recipients in a 24-hour period.
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Tier 3: 100,000 unique recipients in a 24-hour period.
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Tier 4: Unlimited messages, subject to WhatsApp approval.
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Your account's messaging tier is determined by the quality rating of your messages and customer interactions.
2. How can I increase my broadcast limit?
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To increase your messaging tier, maintain a high-quality rating by:
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Ensuring your messages are relevant and personalized.
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Avoiding spam or messages that result in negative feedback.
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Keeping a high response rate to customer replies.
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WhatsApp automatically evaluates your account’s quality and upgrades your tier when eligible.
3. Are broadcasts counted per recipient or per message?
- Broadcasts are counted per unique recipient, regardless of the number of messages sent to them within a 24-hour period.
By helping businesses create meaningful conversations, we’ve boosted customer engagement rates by up to 45% across industries like retail, healthcare, and education.
4. Can I send broadcasts to customers who haven’t opted in?
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No, WhatsApp requires explicit opt-in from customers before you can send them messages, including broadcasts.
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Opt-ins must be collected via approved channels like your website, app, or in-store consent forms.
5. What happens if my account quality rating drops?
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If your quality rating drops to low:
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You won’t be able to send messages to new recipients (only existing ones) until the rating improves.
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WhatsApp may downgrade your messaging tier or temporarily suspend your account.
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We’ve helped businesses increase their reach by 300% while staying within WhatsApp’s approved limits.
6. What is the difference between a broadcast and a group message?
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Broadcast: Messages are sent to multiple recipients privately (individual chats) without revealing other recipients.
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Group Message: Messages are sent in a group chat where all participants can see and reply to each other.
7. Can I schedule WhatsApp broadcasts?
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Yes, you can schedule broadcasts using the WhatsApp Business API or third-party platforms that support this feature.
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Specify the time and date to ensure your messages are sent at optimal hours for your audience.
8. Are there charges for sending broadcasts via WhatsApp?
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Yes, WhatsApp charges based on a conversation-based pricing model:
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User-initiated conversations: No additional charge if a user starts the chat and you respond within 24 hours.
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Business-initiated conversations: Charged per conversation based on the recipient's country.
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9. What types of content can I send in a broadcast?
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You can send:
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Text messages.
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Rich media (images, videos, documents).
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Interactive templates, such as buttons, quick replies, and lists.
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Ensure all content complies with WhatsApp’s Business Policy.
10. Can I send personalized broadcasts?
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Yes, you can use message templates with placeholders for personalization (e.g., name, order details).
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Example: "Hi {{1}}, your order #{{2}} has been shipped!"
11. How can I track the performance of my broadcasts?
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Use WhatsApp's built-in analytics or third-party platforms to monitor:
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Delivery rate: Percentage of successfully delivered messages.
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Read rate: Percentage of messages read by recipients.
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Click-through rate (if using buttons or links).
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Response rate: Number of replies from recipients.
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12. What happens if my message template gets rejected?
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If a message template is rejected:
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Review WhatsApp's Message Template Guidelines for compliance.
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Edit and resubmit the template for approval.
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Ensure the content is clear, concise, and not overly promotional.
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13. Can I segment my audience for broadcasts?
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Yes, audience segmentation is supported via:
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Tags or labels (e.g., "VIP customers", "New Leads").
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Data from your CRM or WhatsApp platform integration.
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14. Are there any restrictions on broadcast content?
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Broadcasts must comply with WhatsApp's Content Policy. Restrictions include:
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No spam, misleading, or abusive content.
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No unsolicited promotions.
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No content violating legal or community standards.
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15. What are alternatives if I reach my broadcast limit?
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If you hit your messaging limit, you can:
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Focus on responding to user-initiated conversations.
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Use other channels like email or SMS for communication.
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Request a tier upgrade from WhatsApp if your account qualifies.
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