WhatsApp AI Pricing
Automate customer conversations with AI-powered WhatsApp messaging
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing, usage, billing & platform details
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What is the WhatsApp per-message pricing update effective January 1, 2026?
WhatsApp has introduced updated per-message pricing effective January 1, 2026.
✓ As per META policy — no markups or extra charges, unlike other platforms. Visit Meta pricing page:
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What is WhatsApp per-template message pricing?
WhatsApp follows a per-template message model where each approved template message is charged individually.
- You are charged per message sent using templates
- Pricing depends on message category and recipient country
- Customer-initiated replies within the 24-hour window are not charged as template messages
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What does “Unlimited Users” mean?
Unlimited Users means there is no restriction on the number of contacts you can engage with in a month.
- Send messages to thousands or millions of users
- Run large-scale campaigns
- Manage unlimited customer conversations
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Are WhatsApp conversations managed separately from ODIO?
Yes. WhatsApp usage is tracked separately from ODIO platform usage. Each template message sent is charged based on:
- Message type (Marketing, Utility, Authentication)
- Recipient country
- WhatsApp-defined pricing rules as per META
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What is a Customer Service Window / Session Window?
A messaging session begins when a customer sends a message to your WhatsApp number and lasts for 24 hours from the most recent customer message. During this window:
- You can send free-form replies
- No template restriction applies
- Customer support conversations are typically not charged as template messages
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Is billing prepaid or postpaid?
Billing is generally prepaid.
- Recharge your account in advance
- WhatsApp messaging usage is deducted on META — needs separate recharge on META
- ODIO platform subscription is billed separately based on your plan
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How many contacts can I import?
There is no fixed limit on contact storage or import. However:
- WhatsApp policies apply for messaging eligibility
- Engagement quality impacts deliverability
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Is there any WhatsApp Business API setup or procurement fee?
No hidden procurement fee is charged by ODIO. However:
- Standard WhatsApp API onboarding requirements may apply (based on WhatsApp policies)
- ODIO assists with setup, onboarding, and configuration after WhatsApp verification over META
- For custom integration, a one-time setup fee will be charged
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How do plan upgrades or downgrades work?
You can upgrade or downgrade your ODIO plan anytime.
- Upgrades apply immediately
- Downgrades apply in the next billing cycle
- Messaging usage is always charged separately from the plan
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Is WhatsApp API pricing the same for all countries?
No. Pricing varies based on:
- Recipient country
- Message category
- WhatsApp-defined pricing structure
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Does ODIO charge per message?
No. ODIO does NOT charge per message. WhatsApp messaging usage charges go directly on META. You only pay:
- ODIO platform subscription fee
- AI credits for WhatsApp chatbot functions (charged separately)
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Why do WhatsApp API costs vary?
Costs vary because WhatsApp defines pricing based on:
- Message type (marketing, utility, authentication)
- Country of the user
- Conversation rules and session windows
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What happens if a customer replies to my message?
When a customer replies:
- A 24-hour service window opens automatically
- You can continue the conversation freely within that window
- After the window expires, template messages are required again

