WhatsApp’s multi-device feature has now made it even more convenient. Earlier, if you used WhatsApp web or desktop version, your phone had to be connected to the internet. But now you can use it on multiple devices at the same time, without having to log out. In this guide, we will tell you how you can set up this feature and make the most of it.
What is WhatsApp’s multi-device feature
Earlier, to use WhatsApp web or desktop version, your phone had to be connected to the internet all the time. But with the new multi-device feature, now each linked device can work independently.
This means that your messages remain end-to-end encrypted and you don’t need to connect to your phone again and again. This feature is extremely useful for those who want to access WhatsApp on more than one device.
Steps to link WhatsApp on multiple devices
1. Open WhatsApp on your primary phone
First, open WhatsApp on your primary smartphone.
2. Go to the “Linked devices” section
Android: Tap the three dots (menu icon) at the top right of the screen and select the “Linked devices” option.
iPhone: Go to “Settings” at the bottom right of the screen and select “Linked devices”.
3. Start linking devices
Now tap “Link a device”.
4. Perform security authentication
If the system asks, perform authentication using your device’s security feature (such as fingerprint, face recognition or PIN).
5. Scan the QR code
On the device you want to link, open any web browser and go to WhatsApp Web.
A QR code will appear here.
Open your main phone’s camera and scan this code.
6. Link other devices
You can link up to four devices to your WhatsApp account by repeating the same process.
Multi-device support
Internet connection: No need to keep the main phone connected to the internet
Security: End-to-end encryption enabled
Logout reason: 14 days of inactivity
Removal of devices: From the Linked Devices section
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