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WhatsApp error 368: what it means and how to fix it

Error 368 ("Temporarily blocked for policies violations") is returned when Meta has restricted the WhatsApp Business Account or the number because of a policy violation: spam, prohibited content, impersonation, or a pattern of user reports. The restriction lasts a stated period, and repeated violations lead to permanent disablement.

Updated 29 Aug 2026 · 1 min read

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ERROR CODES

Error 368

Error 368 ("Temporarily blocked for policies violations") is returned when Meta has restricted the WhatsApp Business Account or the number because of a policy violation: spam, prohibited content, impersonation, or a pattern of user reports. The restriction lasts a stated period, and repeated violations lead to permanent disablement.

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Error 368 in one line

Why it matters

368 is the account-level consequence of what quality ratings and template pauses warn about. It halts all sending and, unlike 131048, is tied to policy rather than rate. It usually arrives with an email to the WABA admin naming the policy.

In VGraple CRM

The channel shows the restriction and the appeal link in Business Manager; broadcasts are halted with recipients preserved. The 368 guide explains the appeal process, the policies most often cited, and how to audit templates and flows before appealing.

Phone Number Quality Rating, Spam Report, Waba, help/error-368-account-restricted.

Frequently asked questions

Can I appeal?
Yes, from Business Manager under Account Quality, within the window Meta gives. Attach evidence of consent and the changes you have made.
How long does the block last?
Meta states the period in the notice; typically days for a first violation and longer for repeats.
Does it affect my Facebook Page or ads?
It can, if the violation is at portfolio level.

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