> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://otpedge.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Whatsapp business app vs api

\---\ntitle: "WhatsApp Business App vs. WhatsApp Business API"\ndescription: "Understand the difference between the standard free app and the official API."\n---\n\nWhile the free WhatsApp Business App is great for small shops, growing businesses need the **WhatsApp Business API** provided by OTP Edge. The API allows for unlimited agents, automated chatbots, bulk broadcasting, and programmatic OTPs. The Business App is limited to one device and cannot be automated.\n