- Managing your business smoothly means keeping your payments seamless. Whether you’re running ads on WhatsApp or preparing for big campaigns, having your credit card linked as the default payment method can save you time and prevent last-minute hiccups. In this simple guide, we’ll show you exactly how to add and set your credit card as the default for your WhatsApp Business Account on Facebook Business Manager.
No complicated jargon — just clear steps to get you sorted in minutes!
Why Setting Up a Payment Method Matters
Before we dive in, let’s quickly understand why this is important:
Avoid Payment Interruptions: Ensure your campaigns keep running without any pauses.
Simplify Expense Tracking: Keep your business payments organized in one place.
Speed & Convenience: Save time by not having to enter card details for every transaction.
Now, let’s get into the steps!
Step 1: Go to Facebook Business Manager
Start by heading over to Facebook Business Manager.
Make sure you’re logged into the right business account where you manage your WhatsApp Business activities.
Step 2: Open Settings
Once you’re inside the Business Manager dashboard:
Look for the Settings option — you’ll usually find it in the left-hand menu.
Click on it to open your business settings.
Step 3: Access Billings and Payments
Within your Settings, follow these steps:
Navigate to Billings and Payment.
This is where all your payment methods and billing information are stored.
Step 4: Go to Payment Methods
In the billing section:
Click on Payment Methods to see all available options.
Here, you’ll manage how you want to pay for your services.
Step 5: Select the WhatsApp Business Account Tab
Important step:
You’ll see different tabs at the top. Select the one labeled WhatsApp Business Account.
This ensures you’re adding the payment method specifically for your WhatsApp-related services.
Step 6: Choose the Right Account from the Dropdown
If you manage multiple accounts:
Open the Account dropdown menu.
Select the correct WhatsApp Business Account where you want to add the card.
Step 7: Add Your Credit Card Details
Now, it’s time to add your card:
Click on Add Payment Method.
Enter your credit card details carefully.
Save the information to complete this step.
Step 8: Set Your Card as the Default Payment Method
To make sure all future payments are charged to this card:
Look for the three dots ( … ) next to your newly added card.
Click on it and select Mark as Default Method.
And you’re done! 🎉
Final Thoughts: Keep Your Business Running Smoothly
Adding your credit card to your WhatsApp Business account on Facebook Business Manager is a small step that goes a long way. It ensures uninterrupted campaigns, faster payments, and smoother operations, especially as your business grows and scales.
To keep your momentum going, don’t stop at just setting up payments — explore new ways to grow your business with Wetarseel. Follow this guide to create your Wetarseel account and discover tools that help you scale seamlessly
