How to add someone to a WhatsApp chat by phone number without adding the contact - briefly?
To add someone to a WhatsApp group using their phone number without saving them as a contact, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the group where you want to add the new member.
- Tap on the group name at the top of the screen, select "Add participant," enter the person's phone number, and tap "Invite."
How to add someone to a WhatsApp chat by phone number without adding the contact - in detail?
To add someone to a WhatsApp group by their phone number without saving them as a contact, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: First, launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device. Ensure that you are logged into your account and have an active internet connection.
- Create or Select a Group: If you don't already have a group created, tap on the "New Chat" icon (usually represented by a pencil or plus sign) at the top right corner of the screen. Then select "New Group" from the options provided. If you have an existing group, simply open it.
- Add Participant: In your group chat, tap on the group name or the "Group Info" button (usually represented by an 'i' icon) at the top of the screen to access the group information page. On this page, look for an option labeled "Invite via Link," "Add Participants," or something similar, depending on your device and WhatsApp version.
- Share Invitation Link: Tap on the "Invite via Link" option. This will generate a unique link that you can share with others to join the group. You will be prompted to choose how you want to share this link—via messaging apps, email, or other sharing options available on your device.
- Copy the Link: Instead of directly sharing the link through these methods, copy the generated link by tapping and holding it until a menu appears with an option to "Copy." This action will save the link to your device's clipboard.
- Send the Link via SMS or Other Apps: Open your default messaging app (SMS) or any other messaging platform you prefer, such as Telegram or another social media application. Paste the copied link into a new message by tapping and holding until a "Paste" option appears.
- Send the Message: Address the message to the phone number of the person you wish to add to the group. Ensure that the phone number is correctly entered, including any necessary country codes (e.g., +1 for the United States). Send the message with the link.
- Recipient Joins the Group: The recipient will receive your message containing the link. They can tap on the link and follow the prompts to join the WhatsApp group. Once they have joined, their phone number will be visible in the group's participant list, even if you haven't saved them as a contact in your device.
By following these steps, you can successfully add someone to a WhatsApp group using only their phone number without needing to save them as a contact on your device.