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url: https://docs.corbitaltech.dev/products/whatsmark/connect-account.md
description: >-
  Effortlessly connect your WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) with WhatsMark.
  Manage authentication, phone numbers, webhook setup, and message-sending
  capabilities with ease.
---

# Connect WABA

The **Connect WABA (WhatsApp Business Account)** screen in Whatsmark is designed to help businesses integrate their WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) seamlessly. This screen provides key details related to authentication, phone numbers, messaging capabilities, and account health.

## [Method : Using Business Account ID & Permanent Access Token](./using-business-id-and-permanent-access-token)

Alternatively, you can connect by providing your Business Account ID and a Permanent Access Token for more advanced configurations.

![connect-waba](./images/connect-waba/waba-old-screen.png)
When you log in for the first time and click on **Connect WABA**, you will see the above screen, which requires specific details for integration.
:::warning **NOTE**
First, follow the steps provided in **[Method : Using Business Account ID & Permanent Access Token](./using-business-id-and-permanent-access-token)**. Once completed, you can enter the details on the **Connect WABA** screen.
:::

#### Step 1: Facebook Developer Account & Facebook App Setup

* To proceed with WhatsApp Business API integration,(you can find [Facebook App ID,Facebook App Secret](./using-business-id-and-permanent-access-token.md#watch-the-tutorial-how-to-find-app-id-and-app-secret) here.)
  * Facebook App ID
  * Facebook App Secret
* Once entered, click the **Connect Webhook** button to establish a connection.

#### Step 2: WhatsApp Integration Setup

* To complete the integration, you need to enter:
  * **WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) ID**
  * **WhatsApp Access Token**
* You can also debug your access token by clicking **Debug Token**.
* After entering details, click on **Configure** to finalize the setup.

#### Connection Requirements

To activate your WhatsApp Business Cloud API, follow the steps given below:

* **Mobile Number** – Registered phone number on Meta.
* **Facebook Developer Account** – Business app with the WhatsApp product added.
* **WhatsApp Business Profile** – Verified phone number with live mode enabled.
* **System User & Access Token** – Create a system user, assign permissions, and generate a permanent token.
* **Verify Your Setup** – Use WhatsApp Cloud API debug tools to check the configuration
* After connecting using the above screen, you will able to see the following screen.

## WhatsApp Business API Integration - Connect WABA

![connect-waba](./images/connect-waba/waba.png)

* Click on 📷 icon to take screenshot of your configure page.
* It helps you to check your server application and configuration.

## 1. Access Token Information

* A unique token (partially visible) used to authenticate API calls to WhatsApp.
* A **Copy** button allows users to quickly copy the token.
* **Permission Scopes:** Defines the level of access granted, including:
  * `catalog_management` – Manages WhatsApp product catalogs.
  * `business_management` – Allows managing business settings.
  * `whatsapp_business_management` – Controls WhatsApp business account settings.
  * `public_profile` – Grants access to public profile details.
* **Issued At:** Shows the exact date and time when the access token was generated.
* **Expiry:** Indicates when the token will expire. If it’s marked as N/A, implying no fixed expiration.
* **Webhook URL:**
  * The webhook URL is provided for receiving WhatsApp events (e.g., message delivery, status updates).
  * Users can **copy** this URL for external integrations.

## 2. Phone Information

* This section displays the default registered phone number for the WhatsApp Business Account.
* **Display Phone Number:** It displays phone number.
* **Verified Business Name:** shows the officially verified name.
* **Phone Number ID:** WhatsApp’s internal identifier for this phone number.
* **Quality Indicator:**
  * **Status:** GREEN – Indicates good message delivery with WhatsApp policies.
* **Message Limit:**
  * Shows how many messages can be sent per day.
* **Status:** EXPIRED
* **Manage Phone Numbers Button:** Allows users to modify linked phone numbers.

## 3. WhatsApp Business Account (WABA) Health & Status

* This section provides an overview of account **health and message-sending** capabilities.
* **Overall Health:**
  * **Last checked:** Monday, 3rd March 2025, 10:11 AM.
  * **WhatsApp Business ID:** 315064115026195.
  * **Status:** AVAILABLE (indicating no major issues).
* **Message-Sending Capability:**
  * Three different identifiers are displayed, each marked as **AVAILABLE**, meaning they can send messages:
* **Refresh Health Status Button:**
  * Users can manually check the current account health by clicking this button.

## 4. Sending Test Messages

* This section allows users to send a test WhatsApp message to any phone number to verify the integration.
  * **Input Field:** Enter a phone number with the country code.
  * **Send Message Button:** Sends a test message to the specified number.

## 5. Webhook Verification

* Webhooks are used to receive real-time updates from WhatsApp.
  * **Verify Webhook Button:** Ensures the webhook is correctly set up and active.

## 6. QR Code for WhatsApp Chat

![qr-code](./images/connect-waba/QR-code.png)

* **QR Code:** Scan qr code to start a chat with Corbital Technologies.
  * A **Copy** button is available to copy the URL easily.
* **WhatsApp URL:**
  * A **WhatsApp Now** button is used to quick access to the chat.