QuickReply.ai Official Documentation
  • Introduction
    • QuickReply.ai
  • Getting Started
    • Installation
      • Install QuickReply on Shopify Store
  • Drip Campaigns
    • Drip Campaigns by QuickReply.ai
  • Templates Guide
    • Creating a standard template for WhatsApp
    • Creating a carousel template for WhatsApp
  • Broadcasts Guide
    • Creating a Broadcast
    • Creating a Broadcast using Carousel Template
    • Broadcasts Reports
    • Recover failed messages in a WhatsApp broadcast
      • How does Smart Utility Fallback Work?
  • Click-to-WhatsApp Ads
  • Two-Factor Authentication Guide
  • Uninstallation / Migration
    • Migrating from WhatApp Business API to WhatApp Mobile Apps
  • Customer profies
    • Export Customer Profiles
  • API Documentaion
    • Sync Contacts to CRM API
    • WhatsApp Chat API
    • Send Template API
    • Trigger Drip Campaign API
    • External CRM Integration
    • Fetch Campaign Messages Stats
    • Browse Abandoned Recovery Integrations
  • WhatsApp Green Tick
    • How to get a Green Tick on your WhatsApp number
  • Analytics
    • Order and Revenue Attribution
    • Google Analytics Report
  • Miscellaneous
    • Types of WhatsApp Messages
    • Quality Ratings & Messaging Limits
    • FAQs
    • Account health and blocking
    • What formats of media / image / video or audio are supported on WhatsApp Business API?
  • Segments Guide
    • Customer Segments
      • Customer Segment Filters
  • WhatsApp Display Name & WhatsApp Profile
    • WhatsApp Display Name
  • Customizations
    • Notifications
  • How to
    • Subscribe to push notifications on browser
    • Enable/Disable different notifications for agents
    • Unblock notifications permission
    • Install QuickReply on Mobile
  • Miscellaneous
    • QuickReply.ai - Data privacy and security
  • Message Template Guidelines
  • Video Tutorials on WhatsApp for E-commerce
  • Quality Ratings and Messaging Limits of WhatsApp Business API
  • Phone number requirements, Business Profile & Migration
  • Phone number and profile Messaging Limits FAQs
  • How to enable Facebook Business verification option
  • How to get Facebook Business Manager verified
  • Language Supported
  • Trusted Domains
  • Integration
  • Chat Widget
  • Channels
  • Team
  • How to Collect WhatsApp Business Opt-Ins for your Shopify Store?
  • FAQ Training
  • Keyword Training
  • How to export leads captured on chat by QuickReply.ai?
  • Merge Fields for WhatsApp Campaigns
  • How to send WhatsApp message using REST API - QuickReply.ai
  • How to share Facebook Business Manager Access to QuickReply.ai
  • What are the media file size limits and aspect ratio in WhatsApp Business API?
  • FAQ Training
  • How to integrate Razorpay for COD-to-Prepaid WhatsApp Campaigns?
  • How to integrate CashFree for COD-to-Prepaid WhatsApp Campaigns?
  • How to integrate PayU for COD-to-Prepaid WhatsApp Campaigns?
  • INTEGRATION
    • Social
      • Instagram DM & Messenger
        • Link Facebook page to Instagram account
        • Enable "Allow access to messages" for Instagram DM
    • Analytics
      • Meta Pixel
      • Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
    • CRM
      • HubSpot CRM
      • Zoho CRM
      • LeadSquared CRM
      • Salesforce
        • How to Enable WhatsApp Chat in Salesforce
        • How to Automatically Create Leads from New Chats and Get Notifications in Salesforce
    • CDP
      • MoEngage
  • FLASH RESPONSES
    • Flash Responses
    • Create Flash Response
    • Using Flash Response
  • FAQs
    • FAQ list
      • WhatsApp Messenger
        • "This business is now working to manage this chat", what does this mean?
      • Media
        • How can I send images as an album in WhatsApp Business API?
      • Blocking/ Unblocking
        • Can I reject or block incoming messages to my WhatsApp number on QuickReply.ai?
        • How to block an end-user from sending and receiving messages from your WhatsApp number?
        • Can users block or report WhatsApp Business API number?
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  • Authentication Messages
  • Service Messages

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  1. Miscellaneous

Types of WhatsApp Messages

In the WhatsApp API, message types categorize the content and purpose of the messages being sent. The following are explanations of the commonly used message types in the WhatsApp API:

Marketing Messages

These messages are used for promotional purposes, such as sending product offers, updates, or marketing campaigns to your customers. Marketing messages can help you engage with your audience and promote your products or services effectively.

Utility Messages

Utility messages are typically used for providing helpful information or assisting customers with their queries. They can include order confirmations, shipping updates, appointment reminders, account notifications, or any other transactional or informational messages that serve a specific utility purpose.

Authentication Messages

Authentication messages are used for verifying and authenticating user identities. These messages often contain verification codes, one-time passwords (OTPs), or account verification links. Authentication messages help ensure the security and integrity of user accounts and transactions.

Service Messages

Service messages are used for delivering important notifications or alerts related to customer services. They can include flight updates, banking alerts, delivery notifications, or any other service-related information that is crucial for customer communication and engagement.

It's important to note that different message types may have specific guidelines and restrictions imposed by WhatsApp. These guidelines aim to maintain user privacy and prevent misuse of the platform. Therefore, it is essential to adhere to WhatsApp's policies and guidelines when using each message type.

By understanding and utilizing these different message types effectively, you can tailor your communication strategy to meet the specific needs of your customers and enhance their overall experience with your business.

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