How fast can I send messages when one number uses the app and the API?
Updated 4 October 2026
The speed is fixed at 20 messages per second for a number used on both the Business app and the Cloud API.
- Fixed speed: 20 messages per second for numbers used with both the app and the Cloud API.
- A restaurant sending order updates and replies stays far below that.
- Only very large offer sends would reach it.
- If you send a big offer, spread it out.
Order updates that send themselves
Customers get automatic status updates on WhatsApp as each order moves from accepted to ready, with no staff typing.
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Sources (1)
- Onboard WhatsApp Business app users, Meta for Developers, read 2026-10-04