# Setting Up WhatsApp Official Channel
### Prerequisites:
* **WhatsApp Business Account**: Ensure you have a verified WhatsApp Business Account with [Twilio](https://www.twilio.com/).
* **Hybrid.Chat Account:** Registered account at [hybrid.chat](https://inbox.hybrid.chat/chat)
### Procedure: Setting Up WhatspApp Official Channel
**Step 1**: Open the dashboard using your valid credentials.
**Step 2**: Click on the settings icon located on the bottom left side of the dashboard interface.
**Step 3**: In the settings menu, locate and click on the "Channels" option.
**Step 4**: A form window will open, fill out the form with your details. This includes Channel Name, Twillo SID, Twillo Auth Token, Phone Number.
**Step 5**: After filling out the form, click on "Create WhatspApp Official Channel.
**Congratulations! Your channel is now connected and ready to use.**
### FAQs
* How to Signup Twillo Account?\
Ans. Visit this[ link](https://www.twilio.com/docs/whatsapp/tutorial/connect-number-business-profile) to see the guide for signing up on Twilio.
For technical support or further inquiries, reach us out [here](https://calendly.com/hybrid-chat/15min?month=2023-10)
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