Meta Guide

How to Set Up WhatsApp for E-Commerce

WhatsApp can power the whole shopping journey from discovery to delivery. Here is how to set it up for an online store.

How it works

Step by step

1

Connect store and WhatsApp

Link your e-commerce platform to a WhatsApp Business API number with native integration.

2

Collect opt-ins at checkout

Add a WhatsApp opt-in so you can send updates and offers compliantly.

3

Automate cart recovery

Trigger reminders for abandoned checkouts with a direct link back to the cart.

Features

More steps

Send order and shipping updates

Map order events to Utility templates so customers stay informed automatically.

Add catalog and support

Let customers browse a catalog and get instant answers from a bot or agent in chat.

Re-engage and upsell

Run post-purchase, restock, and upsell campaigns to drive repeat sales.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What can WhatsApp do for my online store?

It covers discovery via catalog, recovery of abandoned carts, order and shipping updates, COD confirmation, support, and repeat-purchase campaigns, all in one channel.

Does WhatsApp e-commerce work without a developer?

Yes. With a native store integration and a no-code builder, you can set up cart recovery, notifications, and chat flows without engineering help.

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Written by Tabarak Ur Rehman ChaudhryFounder & CEO, Defuser AI · View profile
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