WhatsApp has established itself as one of the world’s leading messaging platforms, with more than two billion users. It is estimated that in Brazil, more than 120 million people use the instant messaging app, including WhatsApp Business, used in the corporate environment.
In companies, the app enables direct, instant communication with customers, employees, and business partners, facilitating collaboration, rapid problem resolution, and strengthening business relationships. In addition, features such as groups, voice and video calls, and media sharing make WhatsApp a versatile option to improve operational efficiency and interaction with all stakeholders, including employees.
Team groups and chats, for example, allow employees to collaborate on projects, make decisions together, and share important information quickly and easily. Even in marketing, the app proves to be a powerful tool for sending promotions, updates, and relevant content directly to interested customers, creating sales opportunities, increasing engagement, and strengthening business relationships.
However, as much as WhatsApp has all these positive features, people and businesses must implement proper practices to prevent having their accounts banned.
Data protection and compliance with privacy regulations are essential when using the messaging app. Companies must take steps to ensure the security and privacy of shared information. This includes complying with WhatsApp’s privacy guidelines, obtaining proper consent for data collection, implementing end-to-end encryption, and adopting data security policies. By demonstrating a commitment to protecting customer data, companies avoid legal problems and maintain users’ trust.
WhatsApp has a strong policy on the use of its services, license and data protection. As a Meta-affiliated company, the app works to protect its community and provide support. So, the app may modify, suspend, or terminate your access to or use of its services at any time if it identifies the violation of its terms of use, or the harm to or risk of legal exposure of the application, users, or third parties.
To ensure that everyone has access to the usage policies, the actions that lead to the blocking or deletion of accounts, WhatsApp has a unique web page with explanatory content. But we have separated some guidelines to prevent your account, or your company, from being banned.
Five tips to avoid being banned from WhatsApp
- Study WhatsApp policies: Understand and stay up-to-date with WhatsApp policies and guidelines to ensure that your company’s practices comply with the terms of service.
- Use trusted enterprise solutions: Opt for duly authorized and trusted solutions or applications that meet WhatsApp’s security and privacy requirements.
- Add value: Avoid sending too many mass and invasive messages. Focus on providing relevant, personalized, and valuable content to users. If someone blocks you because of a high volume of messages, it can generate an alert that your account is sending unwanted content or spam. This occurs when using too many broadcast lists.
- Keep data safe: Implement appropriate security measures, such as end-to-end encryption, two-factor authentication, and data protection, to ensure the security and privacy of shared information.
- Monitor: Be alert to interactions with users, monitor incoming messages, and respond promptly to queries, questions, and requests, demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
