How To Link WhatsApp on Multiple Devices

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Today, we show you step-by-step how to use the Whatsapp Multi-device feature. Up until 2021, one of the hugest hindrances in WhatsApp was the fact that you could only use it on your smartphone. Whilst it was possible to use it on a PC, you were required to maintain an online connection using your phone.

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However, in 2022, Meta introduced a multi-device support feature after months of having it in their beta version. The new feature allows you to use your WhatsApp account on several devices without having to keep your phone online. In this article, we’re going to guide you on how to use the multi-device feature in Whatsapp.

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Facts About Whatsapp Multi-device feature

  • The feature will still maintain end-to-end encryption which ensures that your messages are secure.
  • You cannot connect the same Whatsapp account to several phones at the same time.
  • Reinstalling Whatsapp on your phone will log you out on all other devices.
  • The feature does not require you to keep your phone online.
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How to link a device from your WhatsApp account

  • Open WhatsApp on your mobile device.
  • Click the 3-dot menu button in the top-right corner
  • On the hover page, find and click Linked devices.
  • On the new page, you will see all the devices linked to your WhatsApp account.
  • Click the option to link a device
  • Open Whatsapp on your secondary device which will give you a QR code.
  • Use your phone to scan the provided QR code.

How to unlink a device from your Whatsapp account

  • Open WhatsApp on your mobile phone
  • Click the 3-dot menu button in the top-right corner
  • On the hover card, find and click Linked devices.
  • You should be able to see all the devices linked to your WhatsApp account
  • Click on any device name for options to unlink it.
  • You will be prompted to confirm your selection
  • Confirm by selecting Log Out from the dialog box that pops up.
  • Later on, YouTube can re-link any removed device without any issues.

Congratulations, you now know how to link and unlink your Whatsapp account to several devices. With this feature, the biggest advantage is being able to chat with or without your primary mobile phone. However, the devices linked automatically get logged out if you don’t use your mobile Whatsapp for up to 14 days.

Conclusion

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