Here's How to Use WhatsApp on Your PC

09 OCTOBER 2023 By: Girish Kumar Anshul

Many know WhatsApp on mobile, but not all realise it's also available on desktop, via web browser or app. Following these simple steps you can also enjoy WhatsApp on your PC or laptop.

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STEP 1 : Use The Web App

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Download the WhatsApp desktop application for your Mac or Windows PC by visiting the WhatsApp download page.

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How To Set Up And Utilise WhatsApp Web After Downloading The App?

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Here Is The Video Preview

You should see a QR code on your computer once you've launched the desktop application or opened the website.

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STEP 4: Start WhatsApp on your phone.

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STEP 5: Focus on QR Code

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- After linking your computer and mobile app, your WhatsApp Chats page will appear in the web app or desktop app.

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Here's How to Use WhatsApp on Your PC

Many know WhatsApp on mobile, but not all realise it's also available on desktop, via web browser or app. Following these simple steps you can also enjoy WhatsApp on your PC or laptop.

STEP 1 : Use The Web App

Go to web.whatsapp.com in a web browser.

Download the WhatsApp desktop application for your Mac or Windows PC by visiting the WhatsApp download page.

STEP 2: Click On 'Get The App'

How To Set Up And Utilise WhatsApp Web After Downloading The App?

Here Is The Video Preview

You should see a QR code on your computer once you've launched the desktop application or opened the website.

STEP 3: Scan The QR Code

STEP 4: Start WhatsApp on your phone.

- In WhatsApp, go to its Settings and click Linked Devices

STEP 5: Focus on QR Code

Now point your mobile camera towards the QR code that appears on the computer screen.

- After linking your computer and mobile app, your WhatsApp Chats page will appear in the web app or desktop app.

Now, enjoy WhatsApp on your PC!