Squarebox
  • Welcome to Squarebox Docs!
  • πŸ—’οΈOnboarding Procedure
    • Prerequisites for Onboarding
    • How to Sign Up for Squarebox
    • Connecting Whatsapp
    • Meta Business Verification
    • Messaging Limits & Quality Ratings
  • πŸ‘₯Customers & Segments
    • Custom Columns
    • Importing Customers
    • Customer Details
    • Search and Filter
    • Column Customization
    • Bulk Actions
    • Segments
  • πŸ“”Templates
    • WhatsApp Templates
    • Template Library
  • Automations
  • πŸ–ΌοΈMedia Library
    • Assets
    • Dynamic Image Generation
    • Layouts
  • πŸ“€Campaigns
    • Basic Campaigns
    • Campaigns with Rules
    • Retargeting Campaigns
    • Campaign Status and Performance
    • Use Cases for Campaigns
  • πŸ—£οΈCHat
    • Key Features
    • User Roles & Permissions
    • How Chats Work
    • Chat search
  • πŸ”—Integrations
    • Google Sheets Integration
  • πŸ“Others
    • Team Management
    • Plan & Billing
    • Profile & Business Details
    • Notifications
  • Test team
  • Advanced Preferences
  • Knowledge Base
  • Automations and triggers
    • Overview
    • Auto Messages (Trigger-Based Automations)
    • Performing Internal Actions
    • Exit Conditions and Real-Time Use Cases β€” Education & Real Estate
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  • 1. Facebook Business Manager Account
  • 2. Business Website
  • 3. Dedicated Phone Number
  1. Onboarding Procedure

Prerequisites for Onboarding

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To integrate and use Squarebox effectively with the WhatsApp Business API, meeting the prerequisites outlined below is essential. Completing these steps ensures a seamless setup and avoids unnecessary delays.

1. Facebook Business Manager Account

Purpose:

A Facebook Business Manager Account is mandatory for managing your business presence on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.

Why is it Required?

  • Centralized management of business assets.

  • Essential for WhatsApp Business API integration.

  • Helps maintain compliance with Meta policies.

Steps to Create a Facebook Business Manager Account:

  1. Go to .

  2. Click on β€˜Create Account.’

  3. Enter your Business Name, Your Name, and Business Email Address.

  4. Click on β€˜Submit’ to create the account.

  5. Verify your email through the confirmation link sent to your inbox.

Key Requirements:

  • A Facebook Page or Instagram Page linked to your business.

  • Admin access to the Facebook Business Manager account.

2. Business Website

Purpose:

Your business website acts as a verification tool for your business's legitimacy during WhatsApp API approval.

Essential Website Requirements:

  1. Professional Design: Ensure your website is polished and functional.

  2. Business Identity: Display your Business Name, Logo, and Contact Information prominently.

  3. About Us Page: Clearly describe your business mission, services, and history.

  4. Privacy Policy Page: Include a detailed privacy policy explaining how customer data is managed.

  5. Terms of Service: Outline the terms under which your business operates.

3. Dedicated Phone Number

Purpose:

A dedicated phone number is required for your WhatsApp Business Account.

Key Requirements:

  1. Must be a dedicated business line.

  2. Should not be linked to any personal WhatsApp account.

  3. Cannot be actively used on another WhatsApp-enabled device.

Steps to Prepare Your Number:

  1. Ensure the number is not linked to any existing WhatsApp accounts.

  2. Keep the number accessible for SMS or voice verification.

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Facebook Business Manager