Open WhatsApp on your mobile device.
Tap on the Settings Icon and open WhatsApp Web/Desktop.
Now, open web.whatsapp.com on a web browser on your PC.
Scan the on-screen QR Code using the WhatsApp Scanner from your mobile phone.
As you scan the QR Code, your WhatsApp account will be now accessible through your PC.
All the messages will be synced across and anything that you do one device will be applicable to both.
WhatsApp Web - Official Website for web.whatsapp
Want to continue using WhatsApp while your phone is away? Don't worry WhatsApp Web is in for a treat... Yes, this turns out to be a magical potion for all those who like to use WhatsApp on their desktops for whatever reasons. And guess what??? The process to get started with web whatsapp will take just two minutes.
Well, in my opinion, this particular service of WhatsApp works wonders when you want to reply to an important message while you are doing something on your desktop. And I'm sure, nobody finds it convenient to use two devices simultaneously.
So, don't make your friends wait longer for your replies because Web WhatsApp has got you covered. But wait... before I walk you through the steps to get started, let's have a brief discussion about what this service actually does.
What is WhatsApp Web?
Long story short, we can say that it is the desktop or the Web version of your favorite communication tool, WhatsApp, that you have been using for so many years. It certainly is a smart way to get in touch with your loved ones when your phone is not handy.
But there's a slight catch. Only those users who are using WhatsApp on their mobile devices will be able to use the WhatsApp Web functionalities. This is because the Web version is entirely in sync with the WhatsApp mobile version. However, the best part is that most of us are already using WhatsApp on our Android or iOS devices.
So, I don't think it would be a problem for you. Isn't it???
WhatsApp web - supported devices
If you have been wondering on which devices can you use this feature of WhatsApp, the answer is pretty clear. Any device having a web browser such as Chrome, Edge, Safari, Brave, and Firefox can be used for accessing the WhatsApp Web service.
Keeping that aside, let us now come straight to the point. Since Web WhatsApp service is available for both Android and iOS device users, we shall now begin the process of using it. So, first, we'll take up the process to use it on an iOS device and then we'll show you how you can use it on your Android.
How to use WhatsApp Web through an iPhone?
Before you start, make sure that you are already using the WhatsApp application on your iOS device. And there could be anything better if you are using the most updated version of the app. If you are sure about that, start applying the steps below:
Open the WhatsApp Web URL: From a browser on your desktop, go to https://web.whatsapp.com/ and make sure you've landed on the official Website.
Launch WhatsApp on your mobile: The next step is to grab your iOS device and launch WhatsApp on it.
Select the "You" option: From the main screen of WhatsApp, select the "You" tab present on the bottom-right of the screen to open the "Settings" menu.
Choose "Linked Devices": From the displayed menu, you should choose the "Linked Devices" option to proceed.
Tap "Link a device": To proceed, now you must choose the " Link a device" button.
Complete the authentication: For authentication purposes, you can use your face ID or Touch ID. As soon as you do this, your phone's camera will open up.
Scan the QR code: Now, switch to your desktop on which you have opened the WhatsApp Web URL and use your phone's camera to scan the QR code on your desktop's current screen.
That's all folks!!!
Steps to use WhatsApp Web through an Android phone
Fortunately, the Web WhatsApp feature is also available for Android device users. The easy-to-follow steps to get started are given right below:
Open WhatsApp on your phone: Here, your first step is to open WhatsApp on your Android device.
Open the "Settings" menu: Spot the three-dots icon at the top-right corner of your screen.
Tap on "Linked Devices": To go ahead in the process, choose the "Linked Devices" option and then choose "Link a device."
Authenticate your action: To verify and authenticate your action, you must enter the passcode of your device or use your fingerprint.
On Web WhatsApp on your computer/desktop: Switch to your PC and then open the WhatsApp Web URL i.e. https://web.whatsapp.com/ from a Web browser.
Locate the QR code: As soon as you open the URL, a QR Code will be generated to establish the connection.
Scan it: Now, from your Android device, point the camera towards the QR code on your screen and scan it to complete the process.
Learn to use WhatsApp Web without scanning the QR code
Wondering whether or not you can use WhatsApp Web without having to scan the QR code? Though most of us are able to scan the QR code easily. However, if your phone's camera is not working or there is some other reason why you cannot do that, don't worry.
We have a solution for you…
You can still use WhatsApp Web without even scanning the QR Code. Wondering how??? Well, that should take just a few minutes and we've broken down the steps to do that right below:
First, make your way to the Web WhatsApp page i.e. https://web.whatsapp.com/ from your computer
Just below the QR code, spot the "Link with phone number" option and select it
On the screen that shows up, enter the phone number linked to your WhatsApp account
Select the "continue" button to proceed further
The current screen on your computer will show you an eight-digit code
Android users should open the three-dot menu > Linked device > Link a device
iOS users should select the "You" menu > Linked device > Link a device
From the camera screen, choose "Link with phone number instead"
In the given spaces, enter the eight-digit code from Step No. 5
The WhatsApp Web page will now refresh and be ready to use
How to Unlink/remove a device from WhatsApp Web?
Due to any reasons, if you no longer wish to use the Web WhatsApp service, you can certainly remove your device and you'll be logged out of your WhatsApp account from your desktop. The main steps to do so are available below:
Launch WhatsApp and access the "settings" menu by tapping "You" or "Three-dots" icon
From the main menu, tap on "Linked devices"
Go ahead by choosing "Link a device"
From the connected device, select the device you'd like to remove
Finally, tap the "Log Out" option
That's it...
To sum up:
WhatsApp Web is a great feature if you are a person who likes working on the big screen but does not want to miss out on important conversations on WhatsApp. This feature works best for those users who find it pretty inconvenient to use two devices simultaneously. So, leave all the stress behind and use WhatsApp while your phone is away from you.