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Can I edit any approved WhatsApp Message Templates?

Editing Approved WhatsApp Template Messages


Warning : No. Once a WhatsApp Template Message is approved, its content and structure are locked. Any edits—even small changes—require submitting a brand-new template for approval. This is enforced by WhatsApp to maintain compliance, security, and consistency.



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

Cannot edit wording (e.g., changing "appointment is confirmed" → "appointment booked").

Header / Footer

❌ No

Locked once approved.

Buttons (Quick Reply / Call-to-Action)

❌ No

Any change requires new submission.

Parameters (e.g., {{1}}, {{2}})

✅ Yes

You can supply different values at send-time, e.g., {{1}} = Sarah, {{2}} = Monday.



What To Do If You Need Changes


  • Create a new template with the updated wording or layout.
  • Submit it via Meta Business Manager (FBM) for review and approval.
  • Wait for approval before using the new version (typical review time: minutes to 24 hours).



Example in Action


Approved Template:

Hi {{1}}, your appointment is confirmed for {{2}}.


Allowed Change (parameters only):

Hi Sarah, your appointment is confirmed for Monday.


Not Allowed (body edit):

Hi Sarah, your appointment is booked for Monday.

Requires new template submission.



Best Practices Checklist


  • Always proofread before submitting a template.
  • Use parameters for details likely to change (e.g., name, dates, order IDs).
  • Create a versioned naming convention (e.g., appointment_confirm_v1, appointment_confirm_v2) to track updates.
  • Avoid unnecessary edits—plan for flexibility at the start to reduce re-submissions.



Tip : Summary: You can only modify dynamic parameter values. Any change to wording, layout, or structure requires creating and re-submitting a new template.

Updated on: 23/09/2025