Migrate to WhatsApp Business API
Overview
This guide provides step-by-step instructions for migrating your existing WhatsApp number to the official WhatsApp Business API through Resayil- رسائل. The migration preserves your current number and chat history while enabling advanced API features.
Key Benefits
- No Ban Risk: Official API integration eliminates risks associated with unofficial methods
- Chat History Preserved: Access all chats and contacts on both mobile app and platform
- Keep Current Number: Continue using your WhatsApp Business app without registering a new number
- Simple Setup: Complete migration in minutes without technical expertise
Requirements
- WhatsApp Business App (not personal WhatsApp)
- Active Facebook account linked to your business
- Mobile phone access during migration
Pre-Migration Steps (Personal to Business App)
If using personal WhatsApp, first migrate to WhatsApp Business:
- Back up chat history via Settings → Chats → Chat Backup
- Download WhatsApp Business from your app store
- Verify your phone number with SMS code
- Restore chat backup when prompted
Migration Process
Step 1-2: Navigate to WABA migration page and confirm requirements
Step 3: Acknowledge all limitations (groups, channels, status updates, etc.)
Step 4: Review notes and click "Start Migration"
Step 5: Complete Meta authentication via Facebook login
Step 6: Enter business information matching registration documents
Step 7: Enter WhatsApp Business phone number with country code
Step 8: Confirm successful migration completion
Important Limitations
These features work only on mobile app, not via API:
- Group messaging
- Channels messaging
- User status/stories
- Template message pricing applies
- Linked devices disconnect (reconnectable after)
- Migration is irreversible—QR connection unavailable afterward
Post-Migration
- Mobile app continues normal operations
- Messages synchronize between platform and phone
- Advanced features now available (bulk messaging, chatbots, analytics)
- Reconnect WhatsApp Web/Desktop devices manually
Troubleshooting
Disconnect from Previous WABA Provider: Remove access via Meta Business Suite before migrating
Migration Failed: Ensure stable internet, account good standing, and app updates
Messages Not Syncing: Verify synchronization completion and conversation history sharing
FAQs
Reversible process? No—irreversible once migrated
Lose contacts? No—contacts remain preserved
Timeline? Typically 5-10 minutes; synchronization may take longer
Geographic availability? Not available for Nigeria and South Africa businesses
Message throughput? Fixed at 5 messages per second for coexistence compatibility