Numbers & Limits
Number Status Rating
Understanding and managing your WhatsApp Business number quality rating
Understanding Quality Ratings
WhatsApp assigns quality ratings to business numbers to ensure a good user experience. Your rating affects messaging limits and account standing.
Rating Tiers
Green (High Quality)
- Requirements:
- Low block/report rates
- High engagement
- Compliance with policies
- Benefits:
- Highest messaging limits
- Best delivery rates
- Priority support access
Yellow (Medium Quality)
- Common Causes:
- Some user reports
- Moderate engagement
- Minor policy violations
- Limitations:
- Reduced messaging limits
- Closer monitoring
- May affect delivery rates
Red (Low Quality)
- Warning Signs:
- High block/report rates
- Spam complaints
- Policy violations
- Restrictions:
- Severely limited messaging
- Potential delivery delays
- Risk of number ban
How to Check Your Rating
- Go to WhatsApp Manager
- Select your phone number
- View “Account Quality” section
- Check current rating and feedback
Improving Your Rating
Best Practices
- Engagement: Encourage positive interactions
- Content: Send relevant, expected messages
- Timing: Respect business hours
- Opt-outs: Process immediately
What to Avoid
- Sending to unengaged users
- High message frequency
- Misleading content
- Ignoring user reports
Monitoring Tools
- Quality Dashboard: Real-time metrics
- Feedback Reports: User complaints
- Delivery Reports: Message status
- Engagement Metrics: Open/response rates
Troubleshooting
Rating Drops
- Review recent messages
- Check for policy violations
- Analyze user feedback
- Contact support if needed
Appeals Process
- Identify the issue
- Make necessary changes
- Submit appeal through Business Manager
- Wait for review (typically 3-5 days)
