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WhatsApp Error 190: Access token expired

The access token used for this request is no longer valid.

1 min readUpdated Oct 5, 2026

What this means

The access token used for this request is no longer valid.

Why it happens

  • Token expired.
  • Token was revoked.
  • Business public key not allow-listed for the phone number.

How to resolve it

Generate a new access token and ensure the business public key is allow-listed for the number.

Learn more

See Meta's official reference for WhatsApp error code 190.

Still stuck?

If the error persists after trying the steps above, note the exact error code (190) and reach out to support with the message details — the code tells us exactly what WhatsApp rejected.

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