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Running Dual App WhatsApp: What Are The Risks?
Running dual app WhatsApp may seem like a good shortcut on your phone, but it can open you up to some serious security risks.
How To Comply With The WhatsApp Commerce Policy
Don't get caught out by the WhatsApp Commerce Policy and wind up with an account ban - learn how to stay compliant and safe right here.
Selecting The Right WhatsApp Profile Picture
Discover how to change your WhatsApp profile picture, and how to use it to represent yourself and your business in the best way.
How To Use WhatsApp Business With Multiple Users
Learn how to use WhatsApp Business with multiple users and it into an amazing communication tool for your business.
WhatsApp Hacked? How To Tell & What To Do Next
Think you've had your WhatsApp hacked? Let's cover how to tell, what to do next, and how to prevent it from happening again.
Sending GIFs on WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business
Let’s take a look at exactly how to send GIFs in WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business, what you should consider when using GIFs in your professional mess...
Why Is My WhatsApp Number Banned?
Let’s take a look at the most common reasons why regular WhatsApp bans numbers, how to know if your account has been banned, and some top tips to h...
How To Get Your WhatsApp Verification
Let's walk through how to get your WhatsApp verification through your phone number, some common pitfalls, and how to get it all sorted out.
WhatsApp Channels: Everything You Need To Know
Get the lowdown on WhatsApp Channels - what they are, how they work, how to get one, and how to use it successfully.
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Multiple WhatsApp Accounts Are Coming To The Same Phone
You can now have multiple WhatsApp accounts on a single phone - but there are some caveats, so let's look at what this new functionality can really...
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How To Change Your WhatsApp Number (And Not Lose Everything)
Find out how to change your WhatsApp number without losing all your chats and history from the app, on both iPhone and Android.
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Formatting Text: Bold, Strikethrough & Italics On WhatsApp
Find out how to handle formatting, from bold and strikethroughs to monotype and italics, on WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business, so your messages will r...
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How To Know If Someone Has Blocked You On WhatsApp Business
Learn how to find out if someone has likely blocked you on WhatsApp Business, why that might be, and how to avoid losing more customers in the future.
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How To Use WhatsApp For iPad
Wondering about WhatsApp for iPad? Wonder no more - we've got you covered with this all-in guide to getting this handy messaging app working on you...
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How To Transfer WhatsApp Business To A New Phone
New phone? No sweat! Find out how to transfer WhatsApp Business to a new phone - what you can and can't move, and the steps to move your data safely.
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How To Set Up And Use WhatsApp Away Messages
Discover the benefits of a WhatsApp away message for a business, along with how to set one up, best practices for writing one, and some great examp...
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Using WhatsApp Business To Conduct A Text Survey
Learn how to (safely) conduct customer and client text surveys using WhatsApp Business with this handy and comprehensive guide.
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Setting Up An Automatic WhatsApp Greeting Or Welcome Message
Hit the right note with every customer first contact with tailored WhatsApp greeting messages using WhatsApp Business, with our how-to guide and ex...
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Why Small Businesses Love Us
Find out why the YourBusinessNumber virtual WhatsApp number solution is making waves and so popular with small businesses of all shapes and sizes.
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YourBusinessNumber vs Hushed Number For Whatsapp
Make the right choice between YourBusinessNumber or Hushed Number for WhatsApp with this all-in guide to the differences and benefits of both servi...
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What's A Conversational Strategy & Why You Need One
What's a conversational strategy? Find out about this often overlooked area of business communications and the benefits it can offer your bottom line.
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How To Restore Deleted WhatsApp Messages Without Backup
It's not quite impossible, but can be tricky - find out how to restore deleted WhatsApp messages without backup on both iPhone and Android devices ...
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Blocking Contacts On WhatsApp: How & Why
Let’s talk about blocking and reporting contacts on WhatsApp Business, why you might need to, and how to handle your business with problematic cust...
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The WhatsApp Backup Essentials You Need To Know
Learn why and how to handle a WhatsApp backup to keep your precious data and contacts safe, even if something disastrous happens to your current ha...
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WhatsApp Business Statistics: Why Businesses Love It
Find out the reasons why business are so in love with WAB with these critical WhatsApp Business statistics and see how it can work for your company...
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The Best WhatsApp Business Account Features You Should Be Using
There are plenty of WhatsApp Business account features that you might not even know about - let's look at the best ones and how to use them to best...
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How To Boost Website Communication with a Free WhatsApp Chat Button Integration
Make the most of WhatsApp for your business by integrating a free WhatsApp chat button or widget onto your website - find out how easy it is right ...
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Using Your iPad As A Cash Register
Using your iPad as a cash register is remarkably easy and can be a fantastic alternative to a conventional point of sale for a small business - her...
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How To Make The Most Of WhatsApp Companion Mode
Supercharge your productivity with WhatsApp Companion Mode - we're talking about what it is, how to use it, and how to make the most of it for your...
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The Top Small Business Communication Tools & How To Use Them
Get to grips with staying in touch with your team and your customers with our guide to the best small business communication tools and how to choos...
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WhatsApp Broadcasts & How To Use Them Effectively
Find out everything you could possibly need to know about WhatsApp Broadcasts, and how to make the most effective use of them to benefit your busin...
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The Best WhatsApp Business Tools To Try Out
WhatsApp Business tools are add-ons designed to help businesses to get the most out of their interactions with customers on WhatsApp; here are our ...
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How To Use WhatsApp Business On Apple Watch
Keep in touch with customers and manage business comms easily on the go by using WhatsApp and WhatsApp for Business on your Apple Watch.
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Instagram Bio Ideas & How To Write One For Your Business
Get some fresh Instagram bio ideas, see some top examples, and find out how to write a good one for your business for some easy marketing on your p...
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How To Make Money With Your Phone
Drop the scrolling and start grabbing some extra cash thanks to these great ideas for how to make money with your phone that anyone can dive in and...
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WhatsApp Channels: The News & Views So Far
Let's talk about WhatsApp Channels - when it was announced, how it can benefit your business, and what we know about its features so far.
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How To Make A WhatsApp Video Call
Learn how to make a WhatsApp video call and how to make the most of your business communications using WhatsApp For Business video calling.
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How To Deal With Difficult Customers On WhatsApp (And Beyond)
Learn how to handle difficult customers on WhatsApp (and beyond) to make your business communication the best it can possibly be.
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How To Add Contacts On WhatsApp & WhatsApp Business
Find out how to add contacts on WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business the easy way, on any platform, from a group or individual chat, and much more.
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eSIMs vs second SIMs vs Virtual WhatsApp Numbers
Looking for alternative numbers for WhatsApp Business? You could try an eSIM or a second/throwaway SIM card, but those have significant shortfalls ...
How To Use WhatsApp Business Desktop
Unplug from the phone and make multi-tasking easier by learning how to set up and use WhatsApp Business Desktop from your browser, Windows PC, or Mac.
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How To Take Card Payments Over The Phone With Virtual Terminals
Make life easier for your customers by setting your business up to take card payments over the phone - including with your WhatsApp Business number!
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How Can I Delete WhatsApp Business Messages?
Don't panic if you've hit "send" on a whoopsie - we've got an easy to follow guide on how to delete messages on WhatsApp Business right here.
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What Are The Differences Between WhatsApp And WhatsApp Business?
Discover the difference between WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business, which goes beyond their intended use to include specific tools and capabilities per...
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Why Is There Only One Tick On My WhatsApp Message?
There could be just one tick on your WhatsApp messages because a message has just sent, or because you're blocked - learn all about the "ticks" rig...
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So, What IS A WhatsApp Business Account?
So, what is a WhatsApp Business account anyway, is it the right solution for you, and what else can it do that regular WhatsApp Messenger can't?
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Why Is My WhatsApp Business Number Banned?
If your Whatsapp Business number seems to have been blocked or banned by the platform, find out how to fix it, and how to stop it from happening ag...
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Don't Get Caught! The Top 10 WhatsApp Scams To Watch For In 2023
Don't get caught out on your phone, whether it's your personal or business number - get familiar with the most common WhatsApp scams to help you st...
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As Featured In Techcrunch - How We Verify WhatsApp Numbers
YourBusinessNumber was recently featured on TechCrunch! We’re proud to be the fastest, easiest and best value solution on the market for virtual Wh...
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How To Use WhatsApp Business QR Codes & Short Links
Want to make it as easy as possible for your customers to get in touch? Try WhatsApp Business Short Links!
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Case Study: Giving A 1st-class Customer Experience To Construction Customers
Discover how Jason Dyer uses WhatsApp to allow his team to deliver a great customer experience and stay on top of a large volume of incoming querie...
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WhatsApp Business Quick Replies - Our Top Examples
If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve put together some of our customers’ most-used Quick Replies. You’ll be surprised at some of their answers!
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The Hidden Power of WhatsApp Business Labels
If you’re not using WhatsApp Labels, you’re missing out. Harness the power of this Business Tool and get your professional life in order with our e...
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How To Add And Maintain Your WhatsApp Business Products and Catalog
So you’ve set up your WhatsApp Business account and you’ve started connecting with customers. That’s great! Now it’s time to create a user-friendly...
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How Can I Get A Virtual UK Number For WhatsApp Verification?
Here’s how to set up a UK virtual phone number for your WhatsApp Business account – the ideal solution for managing two WhatsApps on one phone.
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Can I Create A WhatsApp Business Account Without A Number?
The short answer is – no you can't use WhatsApp Business without a phone number. Read more about some of the best methods available to verify the a...
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How To Optimise Your WhatsApp Business Profile
So you’ve installed the WhatsApp Business app and verified your account – what next? It’s time to set up your Business Profile! Your Business Profi...
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How To Change WhatsApp To A Business Account
Do you need to switch from WhatsApp Messenger to WhatsApp Business, but aren't sure where to get started? We've got you.
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Do I Need To Pay For WhatsApp Business?
Good news! The short answer is no! The WhatsApp Business app is free and you can even have both WhatsApps on one phone, but you will need a second ...
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How Can I Get A Virtual Number For WhatsApp?
If you need a virtual phone number to use with your WhatsApp Business account, simply purchase one from us right now - you can have it in under 3 c...
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Case Study: Recruit Top Talent With WhatsApp Business
Discover how a busy Recruitment Consultant uses WhatsApp Business to stay in control of his time and grow his business, all while developing a bett...
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Can You Hide Your Phone Number On WhatsApp?
No, you can’t hide your phone number on WhatsApp. It will always display in your profile. But we can help you separate your work from home messages!
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Case Study: Winkworth Southfields
How can a busy estate agent team leverage WhatsApp Business to get the best results for their team? We spoke to Adam Taylor AssocARLA, Senior Neg...
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Case Study: Sell More Properties With WhatsApp Business
Discover how busy Estate Agent Elizabeth Murray uses WhatsApp Business to seamlessly communicate with clients and boost property sales.
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How To Send A WhatsApp Message To Unsaved Contacts
We have built you the perfect shortcut to send WhatsApp messages to any number without saving them as a Contact first.
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1 in 3 Property Professionals Reached Breaking Point Over The Pandemic
Our research has shown that companies still aren’t going far enough to prevent burnout and fatigue among their employees.
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The One Switch That Could Shave 776,000 Tons Per Year Off The Carbon Footprints Of UK Businesses
It’s time to re-evaluate how the comms policies of companies are affecting the planet, their employees, and even their bank balance.
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Can I Have Two WhatsApp Accounts On One Phone?
You can set up dual WhatsApp accounts on a single device without installing any third-party phone number applications or performing any kind of dar...
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How To: Create And Verify A WhatsApp Business Account With A Virtual Number
In this article, we’ll walk you through the simple steps required to set up the WhatsApp Business app with a virtual number on your device.
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More than 1 in 10 Admit To Sending Potentially NSFW Messages To Work Contacts
From misguided memes to NSFW images – 1 in 10 people admit to sending a private message to a professional contact...
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Can You Use The Same Number For WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business?
While you cannot use the same number for both apps - we explain the best way to simultaneously set up the two WhatsApp Messenger apps on the same d...
How WhatsApp Business Helps You Connect With Clients
WhatsApp Business is the perfect way to keep in touch with your customers and clients. Learn more about the app's exclusive features now.
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Is The Expectation Of Constant Availability Fuelling Employee Burnout?
How is the expectation of employee's being available on their phones 24/7 affecting mental health? We surveyed property professionals to find out m...
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The Advantages Of Using WhatsApp Business With A Second Phone Number
Learn more about how you can start taking advantage of WhatsApp Business today using a second virtual phone number.
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