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Blue verified checkmark badge next to a business name on WhatsApp, representing OBA (Official Business Account) status

What Is an OBA on WhatsApp? The Complete 2026 Guide to Official Business Accounts

Arun Sasidharan
18 Jul 2026

If you’ve ever messaged a bank, airline, or major retailer on WhatsApp and noticed a small blue checkmark next to their name, you’ve seen an OBA in action. That single badge tells a customer, in an instant, that they’re talking to the real business — not an impersonator running a lookalike number. For any companyContinue reading "What Is an OBA on WhatsApp? The Complete 2026 Guide to Official Business Accounts"

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WhatsApp Official Business Account OBA 2026

WhatsApp Official Business Account (OBA) 2026: Updated Eligibility Rules & Application Process

Arun Sasidharan
17 Oct 2025

WhatsApp has evolved into the heartbeat of modern customer communication — and for 2026, Meta has once again updated its Official Business Account (OBA) eligibility and application process. The blue verified badge on WhatsApp is now more than a visual cue — it’s a mark of authenticity, credibility, and trust. Meta’s new 2026 OBA policiesContinue reading "WhatsApp Official Business Account (OBA) 2026: Updated Eligibility Rules & Application Process"

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