Last updated:
09.03.2026
verification
Verification in the context of WhatsApp Business refers to the official process by which Meta confirms a company's identity and awards it the green checkmark. Verified accounts enjoy higher credibility, better deliverability rates, and greater customer trust.
hellomateo, as an official Meta Business Solution Provider, guides companies through the entire verification process – from technical setup to final confirmation by Meta.
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Verification of a WhatsApp Business account by Meta is the way to the green checkmark – the official symbol of authenticity that builds trust and professionalizes communication. The process involves several steps and requires Meta business verification as a prerequisite. Steps to WhatsApp Verification: Set up Meta Business Manager: Create and verify a business profile. Activate the WhatsApp Business API: Via a solution provider like hellomateo. Complete business verification: Submit documents to Meta. Submit a verification request: Submit an official request for the green checkmark. Meta's review: Meta evaluates account activity and quality. Benefits of verification: Verified accounts are displayed with the business name – even if the customer hasn't saved the number. Messages are opened more often and marked as spam less frequently. The green checkmark is a strong trust signal that increases conversion and engagement. Verification with hellomateo: hellomateo supports companies from the initial technical setup to receiving the green checkmark. As a certified Meta Business Solution Provider, hellomateo has direct contacts and processes that accelerate the verification process.