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Hi everyone! 
I’m looking for a reliable way to bulk-check whether phone numbers are registered on WhatsApp (reachable/active). Goal: lead classification to prioritize outreach.
Requirements/Context
Tried (not ideal)
Questions
Any pointers to methods, services, BSPs, libraries, or real-world experience would be hugely appreciated. Thanks!
I’m looking for a reliable way to bulk-check whether phone numbers are registered on WhatsApp (reachable/active). Goal: lead classification to prioritize outreach.
Requirements/Context
- Volume: hundreds to thousands per batch
- Frequency: weekly (possibly daily)
- Cost: ideally free or as low as possible
- Interface: API/service (REST/webhook OK) with fast response
- I/O: send CSV/JSON with country code + number; get boolean (has WhatsApp: yes/no) and, if possible, minimal metadata (e.g., status)
Tried (not ideal)
- Manual checks in the app (not scalable)
- Unofficial bots/emulators (high ban risk)
Questions
- Is there any official API or BSP (Business Solution Provider) offering a number lookup/validity check without sending a message?
- Any bulk verification services you recommend (low cost per check, clear SLA)?
- Best practices to minimize cost/latency and avoid blocks?
- If WhatsApp Business Platform is required, what’s the simplest/cheapest path to validate existence before starting conversations?
Any pointers to methods, services, BSPs, libraries, or real-world experience would be hugely appreciated. Thanks!
#edit01 -> note to moderation: I didn't find an ideal place to publish, if it's in the wrong place, please move it.