Using WhatsApp Business to Sell
4 October 2026 1 min read
WhatsApp Business is free and powerful. Learn how to set up a catalogue, quick replies and labels to manage customers.
WhatsApp Business is a free app designed for small businesses. It helps you look professional, organise customers and answer faster.
Set up your profile
Add your business name, logo, description, address or city, working hours, email and website or store link.
Create a catalogue
Add products with photos, prices and descriptions. Customers can browse your catalogue inside WhatsApp and share items with friends.
Quick replies
Save answers to common questions about price, delivery time and payment methods. Use shortcuts to send them instantly.
Labels
Organise chats with labels like "New order", "Paid", "Shipped" and "Follow up". It keeps your orders under control.
Greeting and away messages
Welcome new customers automatically and tell them when you will reply outside working hours.
Status and channels
Share new products, offers and customer reviews on status, and use channels for followers who want updates.
Good customer service
Reply quickly and politely, confirm orders clearly and share tracking numbers. Respect privacy and do not add customers to groups without permission.
Frequently asked questions
Is WhatsApp Business free?
Yes. The WhatsApp Business app is free for small businesses.
Can I use WhatsApp Business and normal WhatsApp on one phone?
Many phones support both apps with different numbers. Check your phone's settings and WhatsApp's current options.
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