How to verify your phone number on WhatsApp

After entering your phone number, WhatsApp will send a verification code to that number via SMS. This code is necessary to confirm that you are the owner of the phone number you provided.

In some cases, WhatsApp may also ask you to verify your phone number through a voice call instead of an SMS. In this case, you will receive an automated call from an unknown number and an automated voice will give you the verification code.

Once you have received the verification code, enter it in the appropriate section of the WhatsApp app to complete the verification process for your phone number.

It's important to note that the verification code has a time limit and must be used within a certain period of time (usually a few minutes). If you are unable to enter the code in time, you will need to request a new one.

• Remember that you must have access to the phone number you provided in order to complete the verification process on WhatsApp.
• Make sure your device is connected to the internet and that your connection is stable before requesting the verification code.
• If you encounter any problems during the verification process, carefully check the details of your phone number and make sure they are correct. Alternatively, try restarting the app or device and trying again.

Once the verification process is complete, you will be ready to use WhatsApp with your verified phone number. You can start chatting with friends and family and take advantage of all the app's features.

Step 3: Verify your phone number via call

After entering your phone number on WhatsApp, you will receive a message with a six-digit verification code. In some cases, you may not receive the verification message via SMS or there may be a delay in delivery. In these cases, you can verify your phone number via a call.

To do this, tap "Verify via Call" instead of "Verify via SMS". Next, you will need to wait for the automated call from WhatsApp that will provide you with the six-digit verification code.

It's important to make sure that your device is able to receive calls during this process. Additionally, if you use a VoIP service for your phone number, you may have difficulty receiving the automated call and the verification may fail.

• Receive the automated call from WhatsApp
• Listen carefully to the voice instructions and note down the six-digit verification code
• Enter the verification code in the appropriate field on WhatsApp to complete the verification of your phone number

Once this process is complete, your phone number will be officially verified on WhatsApp and you will be ready to use the app to its fullest potential!

Step 4: Verify your phone number through WhatsApp Business API

After completing the account configuration and getting approval to use WhatsApp Business API, the next step is to verify your phone number.

To verify your phone number through WhatsApp Business API, follow these steps:

• 1. Log in to your account on Twilio Console.
• 2. Select "WhatsApp" under the "Products" section on the dashboard.
• 3. Click on the "Verify" button next to the phone number you want to verify.
• 4. Enter the OTP (One Time Password) code that you received via SMS or voice call.
• 5. Click on the "Verify" button to complete the phone number verification process.

Please note that the phone number verification process may take up to 24 hours to complete. Once verified, you will be ready to start using WhatsApp Business API to communicate with your customers.

If you encounter any issues during the phone number verification process, please contact Twilio technical support for assistance.

Conclusion

Verifying your phone number on WhatsApp is a simple but important process to ensure the security of your account and conversations. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily verify your phone number on WhatsApp.

Please remember that if you encounter any issues during the verification of your phone number, you can contact WhatsApp support for assistance.

In addition, we recommend enabling two-step verification to further protect your account from any unauthorized access attempts.

• Make sure to use a strong password;
• Keep your software up-to-date;
• Avoid sharing sensitive information with strangers;
• Do not click on suspicious links or messages from untrusted senders.

By following these simple precautions, you can use WhatsApp safely and enjoy your conversations without worries.