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Can I edit an approved WhatsApp Message Template after it’s live?

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Quick answer: No. Once a template is approved, every part of its content—name, body text, header, footer, and buttons—are non-editable.


You can get any number of templates approved; there is no limit and no cost. Any wording or layout change requires creating a brand-new template and sending it for approval.


When should I use this guide?


Review these rules before submitting a template or whenever you realize you need to tweak an already-approved message, so you don’t waste time looking for an “edit” button that doesn’t exist.



1. What you can and cannot change


Area

Editable AFTER approval?

Notes / Examples

Template name

❌ No

Must create a new template if the name needs to change.

Body text

❌ No

You can duplicate the template, make changes, and send for approval.

Header / Footer

❌ No

Locked once approved.

Buttons (Quick Reply / CTA)

❌ No

Any change requires a new submission.



2. What to do if you need changes


  1. Create a new template with the updated wording or layout.
  2. Submit it for approval.
  3. Wait for Meta approval (usually a few minutes to 24 hours, sometimes up to 48 hours).
  4. Begin using the newly approved template—you can delete the old one if no longer needed.



3. Best-practices checklist


  • Proofread before submitting—spelling mistakes can’t be fixed later in the same template.
  • Use parameters for anything that might change (names, dates, order IDs).
  • Adopt versioned names (e.g., appointment_confirm_v1, appointment_confirm_v2) to track updates.
  • Plan flexible wording to minimize future re-submissions.



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Updated on: 12/01/2026