A guide on warming up new numbers to improve the behavior scores and avoid bans
As WhatsApp continues to tighten its anti-spam measures, new phone numbers (especially those linked via eSIM) face a high risk of being flagged or blocked.To minimize these risks, it’s important to gradually warm up new numbers by simulating organic usage patterns, which helps establish trust and reduce the likelihood of account restrictions.This guide provides some essential best practices for warming up your number.
Number warming is the gradual process of introducing a new phone number to messaging activity in a way that mimics natural user behavior. This helps establish trust with platforms like WhatsApp, reducing the risk of temporary bans or permanent blocks—especially important when using new numbers
Successfully warming up a number typically takes 3 to 10 days. The goal is to simulate natural human behavior, not automated blasts. Here’s how to do it right:
⚠️ Once the number is connected, avoid immediately sending messages. Let it breathe and ramp up gradually.
Hold off on linking your freshly registered WhatsApp number to any other devices for a few days.
If possible, consider using a dedicated proxy located in the same country (or even better, the same city) as your actual device. This helps maintain consistency in your number’s digital footprint.
Next, complete your WhatsApp profile directly on your phone. Add a name, profile photo, and any other relevant details.
Make sure your contact list isn’t empty. Aim to have 20–50 saved contacts. If that’s not possible, add a few manually.
Finally, send a couple of genuine, handwritten messages to contacts you already know and try to get replies. Early back-and-forth conversation builds your behavior scores