How to change the administrator of a WhatsApp group - briefly?
To change the administrator of a WhatsApp group, the current admin needs to demote themselves or remove other admins first. Then, they can promote a new member to become the new admin by tapping on the group name at the top, selecting 'Group Info', and then 'Add Participant' or 'Promote as Admin'.
How to change the administrator of a WhatsApp group - in detail?
To change the administrator of a WhatsApp group, follow these detailed steps:
- Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your mobile device.
- Select the Group: Locate and tap on the group for which you want to change the administrator.
- Access Group Information: At the top right corner of the screen, click on the three vertical dots (⋮) or the group name to open the group info page.
- Group Participants List: Scroll down to see the list of all participants in the group.
- Select the New Administrator: Find and tap on the participant you wish to make the new administrator. This will open their profile.
- Promote to Admin: In the participant's profile, you will see an option labeled "Make Group Admin." Tap this button.
- Confirmation: A confirmation message will appear, asking if you are sure about your decision. Confirm by tapping on "OK" or "Yes."
- Revoke Old Admin (Optional): If the previous administrator no longer needs admin privileges, you can demote them by following a similar process: tap on their profile and select "Remove from Admins."
- Inform Group Members (Recommended): It's a good practice to inform all group members about the change in administration to ensure transparency and maintain trust within the group.
By following these steps, you can effectively transfer administrator rights to another member of your WhatsApp group.