WhatsApp to have verified business accounts: How it will work

This will enable these accounts' communication with the 2 billion-odd users on the platform

Facebook-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has shared details of how businesses will be able to communicate with the two billion-odd users on its platform - marking the first real attempt of the company to monetise its service.

Hidden in the company's FAQ section on its website, WhatsApp says business profiles verified by it will carry a green badge, similar to how parent Facebook verifies businesses with a blue tick. However, the statement did not share any details on whether the company was charging businesses for the service or not.

"Some business accounts have been verified by WhatsApp. If you see