If you are using WhatsApp Web, WhatsApp Desktop, or Portal, you can log out of WhatsApp. However, it can be noted that there is no way to log out of WhatsApp if you are on Android, iPhone, or KaiOS.
WhatsApp, one of the most widely used chatting application can also be accessed over your laptop or desktop along with your mobile phones. But for using WhatsApp on desktop or laptop you will have to log in.
If you are using WhatsApp Web, WhatsApp Desktop, or Portal, you can log out of WhatsApp. However, it can be noted that there is no way to log out of WhatsApp if you are on Android, iPhone, or KaiOS.
WhatsApp will automatically revert to standby mode if you exit the app or turn off your phone’s screen, but you will continue to receive messages and calls.
Here is how to log in or out
Log in
To log in to WhatsApp on WhatsApp Web, WhatsApp Desktop, or Portal, you need to use your phone to scan the QR code.
Open WhatsApp on your phone.
Android: Tap More options.
iPhone: Go to WhatsApp Settings.
Tap Linked Devices.
Android: Tap LINK A DEVICE. Follow the on-screen instructions if your device has biometric authentication. If you do not have biometric authentication enabled, you will be prompted to enter the pin you use to unlock your phone.
iPhone: Tap Link a Device > OK. On iOS 14 and above, use Touch ID or Face ID to unlock. If you do not have biometric authentication enabled, you will be prompted to enter the pin you use to unlock your phone.
Select the checkbox next to Keep me signed in on the QR screen on your computer or Portal to stay logged in on this device.
Use your phone to scan the QR code on your computer or Portal.
If prompted, tap or select Done.
It can be noted that the authentication is handled by your device’s operating system using the biometrics stored there. WhatsApp can not access the biometric information stored by your device’s operating system.
Log out
You can log out of WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop from your phone, computer, or Portal device.
1. Log out from your computer or Portal
Open WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop.
Click Menu ( or ) above your chats list > Log out.
2. Log out from your phone
Open WhatsApp on your phone.
Android: Tap More options > Linked Devices.
iPhone: Go to WhatsApp Settings > tap Linked Devices.
Tap a device.
Tap log out.
