How to Use WhatsApp

Send free messages, make voice and video calls, and share photos with WhatsApp.

At a Glance

Download and set up

~15s

Download WhatsApp from the App Store or Google Play. Open it and verify your phone number with a text code. WhatsApp automatically finds contacts who also use the app.

Send messages

~15s

Tap the new message icon, select a contact, and type your message. Send photos by tapping the camera or paperclip icon. Send voice messages by holding the microphone button.

Make voice and video calls

~15s

Open a chat and tap the phone icon for voice calls or the camera icon for video calls. Calls use Wi-Fi or data — they're free, even internationally.

Create group chats

~15s

Tap New Chat > New Group. Select members, name the group, and add a photo. Great for family groups, friend circles, or planning events.

Share photos and videos

~15s

Tap the + or paperclip icon in a chat. Choose from camera, gallery, or documents. Photos send quickly and can be viewed by all group members.

WhatsApp Web

~15s

Use WhatsApp on your computer: visit web.whatsapp.com and scan the QR code with your phone. Type with a full keyboard and see messages on a bigger screen.

Privacy settings

~15s

Settings > Privacy. Control who sees your profile photo, last seen time, and status. Enable two-step verification for extra security. Your messages are end-to-end encrypted automatically.

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