Built-in escrow

How WAHandles works

A simple four-step flow keeps both sides protected. We never touch the username — only the funds.

1. List & verify

Seller lists their handle and posts the WA-XXXX code in their WhatsApp About. An admin verifies ownership before the listing goes live.

2. Chat & agree

Buyer messages the seller through the platform to confirm terms. Off-platform deals lose escrow protection.

3. Fund escrow

Buyer pays via crypto (NOWPayments). Funds are held by WAHandles — not the seller — until the handover is complete.

4. Transfer & release

Seller hands over the username. Buyer confirms receipt and funds release to the seller. Disputes go to an escrow agent.

Important

WhatsApp does not offer an official username transfer API. Transfers are coordinated manually between buyer and seller, with escrow holding funds until the buyer confirms. Read the risk disclosure before trading.