Troubleshooting
Fix: WhatsApp Bot Not Admin in Group
How to fix "WhatsApp Bot Not Admin in Group". Step-by-step troubleshooting guide with solutions.
Bot is in the group but cannot delete spam / kick members / change settings, almost always because it is not a group admin.
Confirm the symptoms
- Anti-spam warns but doesn't delete.
- !kick says "not authorised".
- Welcome works but moderation doesn't.
30-second quick fix
- Promote bot to admin: Group info → tap bot → Make group admin.
Root causes
1. Not admin
WhatsApp permission model.
- Promote.
Detailed resolution
- 1
Promote
Group info → tap bot → Make group admin.
Expected result
Moderation features fully functional.
Frequently asked questions
What if I don't want bot to be admin?
Bot can still respond to commands aimed at it; only group-wide moderation requires admin.
Still stuck?
Open a support ticket from the dashboard and we will look at your session logs directly.
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