Use WhatsApp on two or more devices
WhatsApp is a constant, practical companion on every smartphone. But what if you want to use the messenger app on more than one device and with the same number? Luckily, there is a simple solution that only requires a few steps.
Is it possible to use WhatsApp with one number on multiple devices?
The use of Whatsapp on multiple devices, including two cell phones, thanks to the Multi-device function easily possible. It used to be problematic to have WhatsApp on a second one Smartphone with the same mobile phone number as on your main device, as access on the old device was automatically blocked. However, this limitation has now been overcome and you can easily use WhatsApp on two mobiles.
The developers of WhatsApp have significantly expanded the multi-device function. Previously, you could only use WhatsApp on other devices, such as computers or tablets, in the WhatsApp Web Browser application. Now it is also possible to use WhatsApp on a second one Android-Cell phone or iPhone to set up. In the step-by-step instructions below, we will also tell you how exactly this works.
How to use WhatsApp on two cell phones
Pairing your WhatsApp account on your main device with a second phone is now dead easy and only requires completing a few steps in the correct order.
- Download WhatsApp to the smartphone you want to use as a second device.
- After installation, open Messenger and accept the terms of use.
- Tap the three-dot icon in the top right and select "Link to existing account." A QR code should appear on the display.
- Open WhatsApp on your main device.
- Tap the three-dot icon (Android) or Settings (iOS).
- Select “Linked Devices.”
- Select "Add device" and unlock the display if necessary.
- Then scan the QR code on the screen of your second device.
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You should now be able to use WhatsApp on the second phone. It is even possible up to four Smartphones with a WhatsApp account to link. By the way, you can link WhatsApp in the same way not only to a second smartphone, but also to other devices such as tablets or computers.
Please note that messages are also sent securely on the linked device End-to-end encryption be transmitted. If applicable, you will receive notification of the Changing your security numberwhen you link a new device. However, this is normal and nothing to worry about.
