WhatsApp Web, which has been in our lives since 2015, has radically changed our messaging habits. Now you can check your messages and respond quickly with your computer and tablet without being dependent on your phone. So what exactly is WhatsApp Web and how to use it? Here are all the details.
What is WhatsApp Web?
WhatsApp Web is a version of the popular messaging app WhatsApp that you can use from your computer. It works by pairing with the WhatsApp app on your phone and lets you manage your messages, photos, videos and other content from your computer.
There are many advantages to using WhatsApp Web. These include fast and easy messaging from a computer, easy file sharing, and multi-platform support. You can use WhatsApp Web on both Windows and Mac computers.
How to use WhatsApp Web?
There is more than one way to use WhatsApp Web. You can access your messages either through the browser or the desktop application.
How to use WhatsApp Web in a browser
- Step: Go to this address via any internet browser.
- Step: Open the WhatsApp app on your phone and go to Settings > Connected Devices.
- Step: Tap “Add Device” and point your phone’s camera at the QR code on the computer screen.
- Step: Once the QR code is scanned, your WhatsApp account will open on your computer.
Using the WhatsApp Web Windows/macOS app
- Step 1: You can download the WhatsApp Web desktop app on your Windows or Mac computer by following this link.
- Step: Open the app and scan the QR code using the WhatsApp app on your phone.
Using WhatsApp Web without internet
Although WhatsApp is very convenient to use, there are some important points you should pay attention to. After the first synchronization, you can continue messaging from your computer even if your phone is not connected to the internet. In other words, you can use WhatsApp Web when your phone is turned off or not connected to the internet.
You should be careful about security. If you are using WhatsApp Web on a public computer, remember to log out after using it.