How do I add a user to a WhatsApp chat?

How do I add a user to a WhatsApp chat - briefly?

To add a user to a WhatsApp group chat, simply tap on the group name at the top of the chat, then select "Add Participant" and choose the contact you wish to invite. This will send an invitation link directly to the selected user.

How do I add a user to a WhatsApp chat - in detail?

To add a user to a WhatsApp chat, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open the Chat: First, open the WhatsApp chat to which you want to add the new user. This can be done by tapping on the chat from your list of conversations.
  2. Access Group Info (for Groups) or Chat Info (for Individual Chats):

    • For group chats: Tap on the name of the group at the top of the screen to open the "Group Info" page.
    • For individual chats: Tap on the contact's name or profile picture to access their "Chat Info."
  3. Add Participant:

    • For group chats: In the "Group Info" page, tap on the option that says "Add participant" or "Invite via link," depending on your version of WhatsApp. If you see an option labeled "Invite to Group Chat," select it instead.
    • For individual chats: Since individual chats are one-on-one by default, you cannot add participants directly. Instead, you can create a group chat including the existing contact and the new user. To do this, tap on the three dots (or the more options icon) in the top right corner of the chat screen and select "New Group."
  4. Select the New User:

    • If you chose to add participants directly: Select the new user from your contacts list or enter their phone number if they are not already saved in your contacts.
    • If you created a new group: Add both the existing contact and the new user to this group.
  5. Confirm Addition: Once you have selected the new participant, confirm the addition. In some versions of WhatsApp, you may need to grant permission for WhatsApp to access your contacts if it's the first time you are doing so.
  6. Send Invitation (if applicable): If you used the "Invite via link" option, you will be prompted to send the invitation link to the new user. You can do this through various methods like email, SMS, or any other messaging app. The new user can then join the group by clicking on the link.

By following these steps, you can successfully add a new user to your WhatsApp chat, whether it is an individual conversation or a group chat.