How to Create Ads in the WhatsApp Business App
With the WhatsApp Business app, you can create ads for Facebook and Instagram that direct potential customers to start a chat with your business on WhatsApp. Here’s how you can do it:
Creating Ads Without a Facebook Account (Android Only)
- Open WhatsApp Business
- Tap on More options (the three dots) > Advertise > Get started.
- Select a Photo or Content to Advertise
- Choose a photo from your gallery, catalog item, or status to promote.
- Note: Catalog items must be approved by WhatsApp before advertising. Multiple photos, products, and statuses can be advertised at once.
- Enter a Description
- Write a short description for your ad > Tap Next.
- Set Budget, Duration, and Audience
- Choose a daily budget, ad duration, and target audience > Tap Next.
- Review Facebook's Non-discrimination Policy
- Accept the policy > Review your ad > Tap Next.
- Enter Your Email Address
- Provide your email > Tap Send code.
- Enter the six-digit code sent to your email.
- Finalize the Ad Setup
- Choose your country/region, currency, and time zone > Tap Next.
- Add a payment method > Enter your payment information > Tap Save.
- Add your business information > Tap Save.
- Submit the Ad for Approval
- If approved, your ad will appear under the Manage ads tab.
Creating Ads With a Facebook Account
- Open WhatsApp Business
- Tap on More options (the three dots) > Advertise on Facebook > Get started.
- Select a Photo or Content to Advertise
- Choose a photo from your gallery, catalog item, or status to promote.
- Note: Grant the Facebook app permission to access your photos if needed. Catalog items must be approved before being advertised.
- Log in to Facebook
- Tap Log in and enter your Facebook account credentials.
- Set Budget, Duration, and Audience
- Set your daily budget, ad duration, and target audience > Tap Next.
- Select a Payment Method via Facebook
- Use your Facebook account to select your preferred payment method.
- Review and Create Ad
- Review your ad settings > Tap Create Ad.
- Manage Ads
- If your ad is approved, it will appear under the Manage ads section.
These simple steps allow you to create targeted ads on WhatsApp Business, whether you have a Facebook account or not.
To know more about WhatsApp Ads, follow the link.