> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.botpenguin.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.botpenguin.com/bots/whatsapp-bot/changing-a-whatsapp-bots-number/deleting-a-whatsapp-bot.md).

# Deleting a WhatsApp Bot

Releasing a WhatsApp number allows you to remove it from an existing bot so that it can be reassigned to a standard WhatsApp account or a WhatsApp Business account. This ensures proper management of phone numbers and prevents conflicts when setting up new bots or accounts.

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### Benefits of Releasing a WhatsApp Number

* Frees up a phone number for use on standard or business accounts.
* Prevents accidental conflicts between bot and personal WhatsApp usage.
* Ensures compliance with Meta’s phone number assignment policies.
* Allows seamless migration of a number between platforms.

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### Step to Delete a WA Bot

1. Go to [business.facebook.com](https://business.facebook.com) and log in.

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2. Select the **business portfolio** in which the WhatsApp bot was created.

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3. Click on the business settings icon.
4. From the left-hand sidebar, select **“WhatsApp Accounts”** and choose the account linked to the bot.
5. Scroll to the bottom and click **“WhatsApp Manager”** to access the **Phone Numbers** section.

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6. Identify the number to release and click **“Delete”**. If prompted, provide a reason and confirm deletion.

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7. Wait approximately **5 minutes**, then refresh the page to confirm the number has been removed from Meta.
8. Go to BotPenguin and delete the WhatsApp bot associated with the number.

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9. The number is now free and can be used on a standard WhatsApp account or WhatsApp Business account.

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### FAQs

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<summary>Can I release multiple numbers at once?</summary>

Yes, you can delete many numbers simultaneously

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<summary>How long should I wait after deleting the number before using it elsewhere?</summary>

Wait at least 5 minutes and refresh the page to confirm the deletion before using it on another account.

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<summary>Will deleting the number affect existing bot data?</summary>

Deleting the number does not delete the bot data itself, but the bot must be deleted separately on BotPenguin to fully release the number.

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<summary>Can I reuse the number on any WhatsApp account?</summary>

Yes, after following these steps, the number can be used on a standard WhatsApp account or WhatsApp Business account.

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<summary>What if deletion fails or the number still shows as active?</summary>

Ensure proper administrative access on Business Manager, then retry. Contact <support@botpenguin.com> if the issue persists.

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If everything is correct and you are still unable to move forward, write to us at <support@botpenguin.com>. We will respond back within 48 business hours.