What are the rate limits for the WhatsApp Cloud API, and how can I avoid exceeding them in my Node.js application?

Responsive Ad Header

Question

Grade: Education Subject: Support
What are the rate limits for the WhatsApp Cloud API, and how can I avoid exceeding them in my Node.js application?
Asked by:
114 Viewed 114 Answers

Answer (114)

Best Answer
(449)
The Cloud API has rate limits to prevent abuse and ensure service stability. These limits vary depending on your account tier and usage. Common limits include messages per second and API calls per minute. To avoid exceeding them, implement queuing mechanisms in your Node.js application to throttle message sending. Use exponential backoff for retries after encountering rate limit errors. Monitor your API usage through the Meta Developer Portal.