> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.1msg.io/platform-1msg/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.1msg.io/platform-1msg/getting-start/connection-waba.md).

# Connection WABA

There are two ways to connect a WABA:

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#### **WABA from 1MSG**

Message fees are paid through 1MSG at [WhatsApp rates + a 5% markup](https://help.1msg.io/platform-1msg/getting-start/pricing-and-billing/messaging-costs#pricing)

* Free test channel
* Message history
* Media storage
* Delivery log
* Developer tools and SDK
* Support

<a href="/platform-1msg/getting-start/connection-waba/connection-waba-from-1msg.md" class="button primary">Connect WABA from 1MSG</a>
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#### **Bring your own WABA**

1MSG does not charge for messages — you pay Meta directly.

* 30-day free trial for a production channel
* Message history
* Media storage
* Delivery log
* Developer tools and SDK
* Support

<a href="/platform-1msg/getting-start/connection-waba/connect-bring-your-own-waba.md" class="button primary">Connect Bring your own WABA</a>
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