# How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts > Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents • How… - Source: https://docs.ghlcustomercare.com/docs/reselling-products/whatsapp/how-to-import-whatsapp-templates-using-snapshots-into-sub-accounts - Section: Reselling Products / WhatsApp - Reading time: 3 min - Images: 10, each explained below --- # Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents - [• How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots](#how-to-import-whatsapp-templates-using-snapshots) - [• FAQs](#faqs) Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only available to active accounts. • The sub-account has WhatsApp properly integrated. Templates cannot be loaded or used unless WhatsApp is already connected. Once both requirements are met, you can use Snapshots to load and transfer WhatsApp templates into your sub-accounts successfully. --- ## How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 1Access the Agency Dashboard - Log in to your **Agency Dashboard**. - Navigate to **Account Snapshots**. - Click on **Create New Snapshot**. ![Agency Dashboard - Account Snapshots](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042015524/original/xe8nXFC9oW-QCp_FKHPEe5i68uMYscszQw.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 1 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 2Create a Snapshot - Enter the **Snapshot Name**. - Select the **Sub-Account** you want to copy templates from. ![Create Snapshot - Enter name and sub-account](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042015718/original/uKLBXdxJoMHoz-GvMgRJEndTpZBAa8EtZw.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 2 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 3Proceed to the Next Step - Click **Next** to continue. ![Click Next to proceed](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042016183/original/uowG5BF1qWX9Sp7tXUFZUNFSZq6wZ4qDXA.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 3 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 4Select Assets & Create Snapshot - A list of **assets** linked to the sub-account will appear. - Click on **Create** to finalize the Snapshot. The Snapshot is now created. ![Select assets and finalize snapshot](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042016281/original/PkgNpmRdSTDpowXKdKaTq0vGEaTEEc2qdQ.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 4 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 5Access the Sub-Account - Navigate to **Sub-Accounts**. - Select the **Sub-Account** where you want to copy the Snapshot. - Click on the **three dots** and select **Manage Client**. ![Sub-Accounts - Manage Client](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042016354/original/xUNsT0p3O3-UAbVprQCAinnKq8a5lrHznw.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 5 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 6Load the Snapshot - Click on **Actions**. - Select **Load Snapshot**. ![Actions - Load Snapshot](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042016927/original/C6R1kxroa_Ode-DtOx1DgDemf-h8qLV09g.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 6 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 7Select the Snapshot & Proceed - Choose the **Snapshot Name** from the list. - Click **Proceed**. ![Select snapshot name and proceed](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042017008/original/tzTweSDPbikwIxsF0lFQ0LgXQ65SrbD8FA.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 7 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 8Select Assets to Transfer - Choose all the **assets** (templates, workflows, etc.) that you want to push. - Click **Proceed** to continue. ![Select assets to transfer](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042017201/original/UH0frUPscLCrcZs6ikaCGWtUMcIyB2iC0w.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 8 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 9Proceed to the Next Step - Click **Proceed** to continue. ![Proceed to next step](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042017768/original/emoRGMUtGUzkNJxtxjphnkDhJfJmoDXKtA.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 9 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs 10Complete the Process - Once the process is complete, click **OK**. ![Complete the process and click OK](https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.freshdesk.com/data/helpdesk/attachments/production/155042017805/original/79FHAHHMDxPpBtBbO8lS556YheHHnoMM_Q.png) **How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots (image 10 of 10)** This screenshot appears in the "How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots" section of "How to import WhatsApp templates using Snapshots into sub accounts". For context, this section explains: Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots Copy WhatsApp templates and other assets between sub-accounts quickly and consistently Table of Contents Prerequisites Before using Snapshots for WhatsApp templates, please ensure the following: • You have an active CRM subscription, as Snapshots are only…. - Controls: Agency Dashboard, Account Snapshots, Create New Snapshot, Snapshot Name, Sub-Account, Next, assets, Create, Sub-Accounts, three dots, Manage Client, Actions Full procedure: 1. • How to Import WhatsApp Templates Using Snapshots 2. • FAQs Note: After the import process is complete, all templates will be submitted for Meta approval before they can be used. --- ## FAQs Q1. What are the prerequisites before using Snapshots? Before using Snapshots to load WhatsApp templates, make sure: - You have an active CRM subscription. - The target sub-account has WhatsApp integrated. Once both are in place, you can create and apply Snapshots to transfer WhatsApp templates into sub-accounts. Q2. What is a Snapshot in the CRM? A Snapshot is a saved template that allows agencies to copy workflows, templates, settings, and automations from one sub-account to another. Q3. Why should I use Snapshots to import WhatsApp templates? Using Snapshots helps save time and ensure consistency across multiple sub-accounts by transferring pre-configured WhatsApp templates and other assets. Q4. How do I create a Snapshot for WhatsApp templates? - Log in to Agency Dashboard > go to Account Snapshots > click Create New Snapshot. - Enter a Snapshot Name and select the sub-account to copy templates from. - Click Next and select the assets you want to include. - Click Create to finalize the Snapshot. Q5. How do I apply a Snapshot to a sub-account? - Navigate to Sub-Accounts in the Agency Dashboard. - Select the sub-account where you want to import the Snapshot. - Click the three dots and select Manage Client. - Click Actions > select Load Snapshot. Q6. How do I import WhatsApp templates using the Snapshot? - Select the Snapshot Name from the list and click Proceed. - Choose the assets (templates, workflows, etc.) that need to be transferred. - Click Proceed to continue the import process. Q7. What happens after the import is completed? - The system will automatically transfer all selected assets into the sub-account. - Once the process is completed, click OK to confirm. - All imported templates will be submitted to Meta for approval before they can be used. Q8. What should I do if the WhatsApp templates are not appearing in the sub-account? - Double-check that the correct Snapshot was selected during the import process. - Ensure that all necessary assets were selected before proceeding. - Refresh the sub-account and check under Automations > Templates. Q9. Can I edit a Snapshot after it has been created? No, Snapshots cannot be edited after creation. If changes are needed, you must create a new Snapshot and apply it again. Q10. Can I apply the same Snapshot to multiple sub-accounts? Yes, you can reuse the same Snapshot and apply it to multiple sub-accounts for easy replication. --- Documentation for GHL Customer Care. Support: support@ghlcustomercare.com