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WhatsApp otp verification code template
Authentication templates are the most constrained category Meta offers: the message carries the code and effectively nothing else. That restriction is deliberate, because OTP delivery is actively targeted by fraud.
The template
Authentication category — reserved for one-time passcodes, with tightly constrained content.
Body
{{otp_code}} is your verification code.
Footer
This code expires in 10 minutes. Do not share it with anyone.
Buttons
- Copy code (copy_code)
What gets filled in per recipient
| Variable | Sample value |
|---|---|
{{otp_code}} |
482915 |
Approval notes for this template
Authentication templates cannot carry promotional content, extra links or branding beyond the sender identity. Attempting it fails review.
The copy-code or one-tap autofill button removes the manual copy-paste step, which is where most OTP drop-off happens.
OTP verification code: common questions
What Meta category does the 'OTP verification code' template use?
The OTP verification code template is submitted under the authentication category. Authentication category — reserved for one-time passcodes, with tightly constrained content.
Can I edit the variables in the 'OTP verification code' template?
Yes. The OTP verification code template is a fixed body with named variables submitted to Meta in advance and reviewed before it can be sent, so you can change the wording or the variables to match your brand. If the edited version is rejected, it can be edited again and resubmitted — the version history stays intact, so you are not starting from a blank draft.
Which businesses use the 'OTP verification code' template?
It's built for authentication & security use cases: One-time passcodes and account security alerts.
How much does the 'OTP verification code' template cost to send?
WhatsApp prices every template by its Meta category, so the OTP verification code template is charged at the authentication rate rather than a flat per-message fee — the same wording costs more as a marketing template than as a utility one.
What other templates pair with 'OTP verification code'?
OTP verification code is most often used alongside New login alert and Password reset code, the other authentication & security templates in this library.