How to Get Verified on WhatsApp in 2025?

WhatsApp verification establishes the credibility and authenticity of user and business accounts. From individual account protection to earning the coveted green check for businesses, learn how the verification process works—and how supplementing WhatsApp verification with BIMI email certification can elevate your brand trust.

WhatsApp verification refers to the processes that confirm your identity or business legitimacy when using the platform. For user accounts, verification starts with a 6-digit SMS code during registration, and can be strengthened with two-step verification (PIN and optional recovery email). For businesses, there are tiers: standard Business Account, Verified Business Account (Meta shows business name), and the Official Business Account (OBA) with the green check badge for high-trust brands.

For details, see WhatsApp’s Verification FAQ and Meta Business Help Center.

• Register: Receive a 6-digit code via SMS or phone call and enter it to complete registration.
• Optional Two-Step Verification: Set up a PIN for added account security.
• PIN Recovery: If you forget your PIN and have a linked email, WhatsApp can send you a reset link.
  WARNING: Never share your registration code or PIN with anyone. If your number was previously tied to a PIN, you may have to wait up to 7 days to reset.

• Use WhatsApp Business API: The green check Official Business Account badge is only available for businesses using the WhatsApp Business API. Regular WhatsApp and the free Business App are not eligible. Most brands access the API through a Business Solution Provider (BSP).
• Prepare Documentation & Proof: Gather required materials including business registration certificates, legal address, website, phone number, and evidence of online reputation (press coverage, strong social media presence).
• Meet Engagement Criteria: Meta gives preference to businesses with high engagement—typically reaching at least 1,000 unique contacts per day in business-initiated chats.
• Apply via Meta Business Manager: Submit your application through Meta Business Suite > WhatsApp Manager. Upload required documents and supporting links. Ensure two-factor authentication is enabled for maximum security. Some BSPs may submit the application on your behalf.
• Wait for Meta’s Review & Decision: The review process can take anywhere from 10 minutes to several weeks. If approved, your business will display the green check badge—improving consumer trust, messaging limits, and brand credibility. The badge itself is free, but API usage includes per-message charges, and BSPs may add setup or integration fees.
  
  For more, visit the WhatsApp Green Tick Guide

• Keep Codes Private: Never share your verification code or PIN with anyone.
• Enable Two-Step Verification: Use two-step verification for stronger account protection.
• One Number per Account: Each account can only use one phone number—re-registering will log out all other devices.
• Report Suspicious Activity: Report impersonation attempts or suspicious activity directly to WhatsApp.

Earning WhatsApp verification is powerful, but taking your brand further with BIMI certification builds trust in your email communications. BIMI (Brand Indicators for Message Identification) enables your official logo to appear beside email messages - helping recipients instantly identify genuine business communications, preventing phishing, and boosting open rates.

Combining WhatsApp and BIMI verification delivers a robust, multi-channel trust strategy for your business.