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How to Verify Your Phone Number on WhatsApp Business

Verify a WhatsApp Business phone number in Kyrios by opening WhatsApp settings, selecting the number awaiting verification, choosing SMS or voice call delivery, and entering the one-time password (OTP).

Access WhatsApp Settings

  1. In Kyrios, go to Settings.

  2. Under Business Services, select WhatsApp.

  3. Make sure the Numbers tab is selected.

  4. Locate the phone number you need to verify.

The Numbers tab displays the WhatsApp phone numbers connected to the account and their current verification status.


Start the Phone Number Verification

Find the phone number showing a Pending status. Click Verify Number in the Actions column for that phone number.

Kyrios will open the phone number verification window.


Choose How to Receive the OTP

In the verification window, choose how you want to receive the one-time password (OTP):

  • Verify through text message — Receive the verification code by SMS.

  • Verify through call — Receive the verification code through a phone call.

If you already received an OTP, select Already have OTP? to continue with the existing code.


Complete the Verification

After requesting the OTP:

  1. Wait for the verification code to arrive by the selected delivery method.

  2. Enter the OTP when prompted.

  3. Submit the code to complete verification.

When the correct OTP is accepted, the phone number is verified.


Common Issues and Fixes

The OTP did not arrive

Confirm that the phone number is correct and can receive the selected SMS or phone call. Network or carrier delays can prevent the OTP from arriving immediately. Wait a few minutes before requesting another code. If the verification screen provides an option to request another code, use it to retry the verification.

The verification code is rejected

Confirm that you entered the OTP exactly as received. If the code is no longer valid, request a new OTP and enter the new code.

Phone number verification fails

Confirm the following before retrying:

  • The phone number is correct.

  • The phone can receive SMS messages or voice calls.

  • Your device has a stable network connection.

  • You are entering the most recently received OTP.

FAQ

Why do I need to verify my phone number on WhatsApp Business?

Phone number verification confirms that the WhatsApp Business connection is using the correct phone number and allows the number to be used for WhatsApp messaging.

How do I verify my phone number on WhatsApp Business?

Go to Settings > WhatsApp, open the Numbers tab, locate the phone number with a Pending status, and click Verify Number. Choose SMS or voice call delivery, then enter the OTP you receive.

What should I do if I do not receive the OTP?

Confirm that the phone number is correct and that the phone can receive the selected SMS or voice call. Network delays can also delay delivery. If the verification screen allows you to request another code, request a new OTP and try again.

Can I verify my phone number using email instead?

No. The available verification methods are SMS or a voice call to the phone number being verified.

How long does phone number verification take?

Verification is usually completed after the OTP is received and entered successfully. OTP delivery can take longer if there are network or carrier delays.

What happens after my phone number is verified?

After verification is completed successfully, the phone number can be used with WhatsApp Business messaging.

Can I use the same phone number for both WhatsApp Business and WhatsApp Messenger?

No. A phone number can only be used with WhatsApp Business or WhatsApp Messenger at one time. Switching platforms requires the number to be verified again on the platform where it will be used.

What should I do if my phone number verification fails?

Confirm that the phone number is correct, verify that the phone has a stable network connection, and request a new OTP if necessary. Enter the most recently received OTP when retrying verification.

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