WhatsApp has offered support for multiple devices via Linked Devices which allows you to use one account across platforms.
WhatsApp has recently introduced a new feature that enables users to connect their primary account to up to four devices simultaneously. This ensures that their chats remain end-to-end encrypted and accessible even when their phone is offline. For those interested in using a single WhatsApp account across multiple devices such as desktops, smartwatches, VR headsets and tablets, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do so.
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HOW TO CONNECT WITH MULTIPLE DEVICES
For Android Users
Open the WhatsApp app on your primary device and navigate to settings.Tap on “Linked Devices” and select the “Link a Device” option, then follow the on-screen instructions.Position your Android phone in front of the screen of the device you wish to link and scan the QR code displayed.For iPhone users:
Follow the same procedure as mentioned above and go to ‘Link a Device’Put your iPhone on the screen of the device you want to link and scan the QR code and it’s done.WhatsApp for Desktop:
– Open WhatsApp on your primary mobile phone (Android on iOS).
– Go to Settings and tap on the ‘Linked Devices’ option.
– On your desktop, open the WhatsApp web page (www.whatsapp.com) on your browser.
– A new window will open with a QR code. Scan the QR code with your primary device.
– Wait for the devices to sync in. Your chats will appear on the desktop site.
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WhatsApp for WearOS Smartwatch
– Open WhatsApp on your Wear OS Smartwatch.
– An eight-character code will appear on the screen.
– Follow all the instructions carefully and click on proceed.
– Take your Primary WhatsApp device and enter the same eight-character code that appeared on the smartwatch.
However, WhatsApp features for Apple Watch are limited. IWatch users can only Read WhatsApp Notifications, Reply to messages and Send and Receive messages.
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WHATSAPP FOR VR HEADSETS
– Download WhatsApp on the headset
– Follow all the instructions and click on proceed.
– An eight-digit code will appear on the headset.
– Open WhatsApp on your primary device and click on Settings > Linked Device.
– Link with Phone Number instead.
– Enter the eight-digit code that appeared on your headset.
WhatsApp for Android Tablets
To use WhatsApp on your Android tablet, users need to open the app on the tablet first.
– Follow the same producer with your primary device on go to the ‘Linked Devices’ option.
– Scan the QR code on your Android tablet screen and you’re done.
– Let the messages sync in on your tablet.
