Create a Meta Business Account

How to Create a Meta Business Manager Account 

A Meta Business Manager account is mandatory to access WhatsApp Business API, run Meta ads, and verify your business with Meta.

Step 1: Visit Meta Business Manager

Go to business.facebook.com and click Create an Account.

You must log in using a personal Facebook profile (used only for admin access)nal content submitted as Utility

Step 2: Enter Business Details

Fill in the following details carefully:

• Business Name (exact legal name)

• Your Name (admin)

• Business Email Address (use a company domain email, not Gmail/Yahoo)

Tip: Use the same business name as on GST or registration documents to avoid rejection.

Step 3: Add Business Information

Provide:

• Business Address (matching legal documents

• Website URL (must include Privacy Policy & Terms of Service)

• Business Phone Number

Meta checks website credibility during verification.

Step 4: Add Your Business Assets

Inside Business Settings, add:

• Facebook Page

• Ad Account (optional but recommended)

• WhatsApp Account (later during API setup)

You can skip some assets and add them later if needed.

Step 5: Verify Your Business

Go to:
Business Settings → Security Center → Business Verification

You’ll need:

• GST Certificate / CIN / Shop Act / Business Registration

• Legal Business Name & Address

• Website with Privacy Policy and Terms

• Business email domain

Verification time: 1–3 working days (can be faster if documents are clean).

Step 6: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (Mandatory)

Meta requires 2FA for all admins:

• Go to Security Center

• Enable Two-Factor Authentication

• Apply to everyone

Without this, WhatsApp API access will be blocked

Step 7: Add WhatsApp Business Account (Later)

Once verified, your BSP (like NXC Controls, Interakt, WATI, etc.) will:

• Connect your Business Manager

• Create WhatsApp Business Account

• Submit templates

• Activate AP

Common Reasons for Rejection (Avoid These)

- Mismatch in business name
- No Privacy Policy or Terms page
- Free email domains (gmail/yahoo)
- Fake or incomplete address
- Unclear website content

Pro Tip for WhatsApp API Approval

• Use a real business website

• Add About Us, Contact, Privacy Policy, Terms

• Ensure branding matches documents

• Keep business category accurate