How do I pause WhatsApp orders for a short break?

Tell customers when you will be back, switch on an away message, and answer the queued chats in order when you return.

• Pick a fixed break time and say it: orders pause 3 to 4 pm, back at 4.
• Set an away message in the Business app so people get an automatic reply.
• Put a short line on your status or profile so regular customers know ahead.
• When you return, answer the oldest chat first and tell each customer their time.
• If the break is rare, such as a power cut, send one message to people already waiting.