How to become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group?

How to become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group - briefly?

To become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group, you need to be the creator of the group or have been promoted by the current admin. Once you have these privileges, you can manage the group settings and add or remove members as needed.

How to become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group - in detail?

To become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group, you need to follow a series of steps that ensure you have the necessary permissions and abilities to manage the group effectively. This process involves creating the group, adding members, and then assigning yourself as the administrator. Here is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

  1. Create a New WhatsApp Group:

    • Open WhatsApp on your device.
    • Tap on the three dots (menu) in the top right corner of the screen.
    • Select "New group" from the menu.
  2. Add Members to the Group:

    • In the new group creation screen, tap on the "+" icon or select "Add participants."
    • Choose the contacts you want to add to the group by tapping on their names.
    • Once you have selected all desired members, tap on the checkmark or "Done" button at the bottom right corner of the screen.
  3. Name the Group:

    • After adding members, you will be prompted to name your group. Enter a suitable name for your group in the provided field.
    • Tap on the checkmark or "Create" button to finalize the group creation process.
  4. Assign Yourself as an Administrator:

    • Once the group is created, tap on the group name at the top of the screen to open the group info page.
    • Scroll down to the list of participants and find your own contact.
    • Tap and hold your contact in the list until a menu appears with options such as "Media," "Details," and "Admin."
    • Select "Admin" from the menu. This action will assign you as an administrator of the group.
  5. Additional Administrators (Optional):

    • If you wish to add more administrators, follow the same process by tapping and holding on the contact of the member you want to promote to admin status and selecting "Admin" from the menu.
  6. Manage Group Settings:

    • As an administrator, you can now manage various settings within the group. Tap on the three dots (menu) at the top right corner of the group chat screen.
    • Select "Group info" to access and modify group settings such as group description, group icon, and additional admin privileges.

By following these steps, you will successfully become an administrator in your own WhatsApp group, allowing you to manage the group effectively and ensure a smooth communication experience for all members.