Official WhatsApp API
Best when WhatsApp is important and you do not want to risk your number.
- Higher cost
- Lower blocking risk
- Approved templates
- Inbox, campaign tracking, and API access
WhatsApp business setup
Official API or Chrome Extension?
Choose what fits your business, not what sounds impressive.Use the official WhatsApp API at business.wawcd.com when you want lower blocking risk and approved business messaging. Use the WAWCD Chrome Extension when you want lower cost and accept higher blocking risk.
Official API: higher cost, lower blocking risk
Chrome Extension: lower cost, higher blocking risk
Both options fit different WhatsApp workflows
Two ways to use WhatsApp for business
Pick the setup that matches how important WhatsApp is to your business.
WAWCD Chrome Extension
Best when you want a simple WhatsApp Web tool and accept the risk.
- Lower cost
- Faster setup
- Works with WhatsApp Web
- Higher chance of number restrictions
What you get with the official API
Approved Templates
Send business messages that follow official WhatsApp rules.
Buttons
Let customers tap to confirm, buy, book, or reply.
List Messages
Show products, services, departments, or next steps inside WhatsApp.
Campaigns
Send to selected audiences and keep better delivery visibility.
Inbox
Manage customer replies from one shared place.
API Access
Connect WhatsApp with your CRM, app, website, or backend.
Choose based on your business risk
Want lower risk and official WhatsApp tools? Use the official API. Want lower cost and can accept blocking risk? Install the Chrome Extension.
Clear choice. Simple next step.