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Using WhatsApp on desktop is simple, with two options.

Well be covering both methods.

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Open WhatsApp on your phone

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Open up controls

initiate the menu or controls page and then tapLinked Devices.

Step by step guide on how to use WhatsApp via the desktop app

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A smartphone on a sofa showing the WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal apps

Get started

Load up the WhatsApp app once it has downloaded and then hit theGet Started optionthat appears.

Log into WhatsApp on your phone

Next youll have to follow the instructions which appear.

Open WhatsApp on your mobile phone, confirm youre already logged into the WhatsApp account you want to use.

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Scan the QR code

Point your phone camera at the QR codewhich is shown on your PC’s screen.

Once your phone has scanned the QR code your WhatsApp chats should load up in the desktop app.

FAQs

Can I use WhatsApp on desktop without a phone?

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Can you make a WhatsApp call from your rig?

With the WhatsApp app version for desktop, you’re able to make phone calls via the internet.

These are free, even if theyre international.

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Being able to make free phone calls from your desktop is also a bonus.

Screenshot showing how to use WhatsApp via a browser

Screenshot showing how to use WhatsApp via a browser

Screenshot showing how to use WhatsApp via a browser