How to enable WhatsApp notifications on Apple Watch 3?

How to enable WhatsApp notifications on Apple Watch 3 - briefly?

To enable WhatsApp notifications on your Apple Watch Series 3, you need to ensure that both your iPhone and watch are updated to the latest software versions. Then, open the Watch app on your iPhone, go to 'Notifications', select 'WhatsApp', and turn on 'Allow Notifications'.

How to enable WhatsApp notifications on Apple Watch 3 - in detail?

To enable WhatsApp notifications on your Apple Watch Series 3, you need to follow a series of steps that ensure both your iPhone and Apple Watch are properly configured. Here is a detailed guide to help you through the process:

Firstly, ensure that your Apple Watch and iPhone are updated to the latest software versions. Outdated software can sometimes cause compatibility issues. To update your devices, go to the Settings app on your iPhone and navigate to General > Software Update. For your Apple Watch, open the Watch app on your iPhone, then go to General > Software Update.

Once your devices are up to date, follow these steps:

  1. Install WhatsApp on Your iPhone: If you haven't already, download and install WhatsApp from the App Store on your iPhone. Open the app and set it up with your phone number.
  2. Enable Notifications for WhatsApp on Your iPhone:

    • Go to the Settings app on your iPhone.
    • Scroll down and tap on "Notifications."
    • Find WhatsApp in the list and tap on it.
    • Ensure that the "Allow Notifications" toggle is turned on. You can also customize which types of notifications you want to receive (e.g., Alerts, Badges, Sounds).
  3. Mirror iPhone Notifications to Your Apple Watch: By default, your Apple Watch should mirror the notifications from your iPhone. However, it's a good idea to double-check this setting:

    • Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
    • Go to the "My Watch" tab at the bottom of the screen.
    • Tap on "Notifications."
    • Ensure that the toggle for "Mirror iPhone Alerts from" is turned on and set to your iPhone.
  4. Enable Notifications for WhatsApp on Your Apple Watch:

    • In the same "Notifications" section of the Watch app, scroll down until you find WhatsApp in the list.
    • Tap on it and ensure that the toggle for "Allow Notifications" is turned on. You can also customize which types of notifications you want to receive (e.g., Alerts, Sounds).
  5. Check Your Apple Watch Settings:

    • On your Apple Watch, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the Control Center.
    • Ensure that "Do Not Disturb" mode is turned off (the moon icon should not be present). If it is on, tap on it to turn it off.
  6. Test the Setup: Ask a friend or family member to send you a message on WhatsApp. You should receive a notification on both your iPhone and Apple Watch.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully enable WhatsApp notifications on your Apple Watch Series 3. If you encounter any issues, try restarting both your iPhone and Apple Watch or checking if there are any updates available for the WhatsApp app itself.