How to add an administrator to a WhatsApp group?

How to add an administrator to a WhatsApp group - briefly?

To add an administrator to a WhatsApp group, follow these steps:

  1. Open the group chat and tap on the group's name at the top of the screen.
  2. Scroll down to find the "Admin" section, tap on "Add Admin," select the contact you want to make an admin, and confirm your choice.

How to add an administrator to a WhatsApp group - in detail?

To add an administrator to a WhatsApp group, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device.
  2. Select the Group: Navigate to the group where you want to add a new administrator. Tap on the group name at the top of the chat screen to open the group information page.
  3. Group Information Page: On the group information page, you will see a list of participants. At the bottom of this list, there is an option labeled "Group Settings." Tap on it.
  4. Edit Group Admin: In the Group Settings menu, tap on "Group Admins" or "Admins" depending on your WhatsApp version. This will take you to a page where you can see the current administrators of the group.
  5. Add New Administrator: Tap on the "+" icon or the "Add Admin" button, usually located at the top right corner of the screen. You will be presented with a list of all the participants in the group.
  6. Select Participant: Scroll through the list and tap on the participant you wish to promote to administrator status. A confirmation dialog may appear asking if you are sure you want to add this person as an admin. Confirm your choice by tapping "OK" or "Add."
  7. Confirmation: Once added, the new administrator will be listed among the group's admins. Their role can now manage various aspects of the group, such as adding new participants, removing members, and changing the group settings.
  8. Notification: The newly appointed administrator will receive a notification informing them that they have been added as an admin to the group. They can accept or decline this role based on their preference.

By following these steps, you can effectively add a new administrator to your WhatsApp group, ensuring smooth management and communication within the community.