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Move your WhatsApp Business App number to the API

Already using the WhatsApp Business App and want a shared team inbox, bots and broadcasts? You can bring the same number to the WhatsApp Business API with Lead Pattern.

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Option 1

Connect Existing WhatsApp Business App

  • Keep using a number that's already on the WhatsApp Business app
  • Choose this option on the Lead Pattern Home dashboard
  • Meta's popup walks you through it

Option 2

Delete it from the app, then connect

  • •A number can't be on the regular app and the Business Platform at the same time
  • •Delete the number from the WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business app first
  • •Then connect it with Connect with WhatsApp

Connection steps

Connect in 4 steps

1

Start WhatsApp setup

On the Lead Pattern Home dashboard choose Connect with WhatsApp (or Connect Existing WhatsApp Business App). Meta's Embedded Signup opens.

2

Log in to Meta and pick your business

Sign in with Facebook and select or create the Meta Business Account and WhatsApp Business Account.

3

Add and verify your number

Choose the business phone number and verify it with the code Meta sends.

4

Finish and return

When Meta confirms, the popup closes and Lead Pattern links the number to your workspace.

What you'll need

  • A Facebook account that can act as an admin of your business.
  • A phone number that can receive a verification code.
  • Your business details.

After connecting, Meta reviews your display name and you can verify your business in Meta Business Manager to unlock higher messaging limits. App vs API — the differences →

Frequently asked questions

Can I use the same number on the WhatsApp Business App and the API?+

Use the “Connect Existing WhatsApp Business App” option to keep a number that's already on the WhatsApp Business app. Otherwise a number can't be on the regular app and the Business Platform at the same time — delete it from the app first.

Does Lead Pattern take over my WhatsApp account?+

No. You keep full ownership in Meta Business settings. The connection runs through Meta's own Embedded Signup popup.

Can I start messaging straight away?+

Yes, within the starting limits. Higher limits unlock as you verify your business and build a good quality rating.

Still stuck?

Lead Pattern customers can raise a support ticket from inside the app, or message our team on WhatsApp. The Help Center has a full article for every error code.

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