New to WhatsApp Web? Start Here for Easy Step-by-Step Help!
WhatsApp Web is a fast and easy way to access your chats directly from your desktop or laptop browser. Whether you're working on a computer or prefer typing with a keyboard, WhatsApp Web allows you to stay connected without picking up your phone every time. In this guide, you'll learn how to set it up, use its features, and keep your chats secure.
WhatsApp Web is a web-based version of the WhatsApp mobile app. It mirrors your conversations and messages from your phone onto your browser, allowing you to send and receive texts, images, voice messages, and even documents — all from your computer screen.
Step-by-step instructions:
Open your computer browser and go to: https://web.whatsapp.com
You will see a QR code on the screen.
Open WhatsApp on your phone.
Tap the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner (Android) or Settings (iPhone).
Select Linked Devices > Link a Device.
Scan the QR code on your computer screen using your phone.
You’re now connected! Your chats will appear instantly.
Send & receive messages
Send images, videos & files
Type faster using your keyboard
Search chats easily
Pin, mute, or delete chats
Dark Mode support
Multi-device login (Beta)
You can log out in two ways:
From your computer:
Click the three dots (⋮) at the top-left of WhatsApp Web > Log out
From your phone:
Open WhatsApp > Linked Devices > Select the active session > Log out
If you're having trouble connecting:
Make sure your phone has an active internet connection
Keep your phone close to your computer
Clear your browser cache and try again
Update WhatsApp on your phone
Try using a different browser (like Chrome or Firefox)