How to install WhatsApp on a phone and a tablet for one phone number?

How to install WhatsApp on a phone and a tablet for one phone number - briefly?

To use WhatsApp on both a phone and a tablet with the same phone number, you need to install WhatsApp Business or WhatsApp Web. On your phone, download and set up WhatsApp Business; then, scan the QR code displayed on your tablet using the WhatsApp Business app on your phone. This will link your accounts, allowing you to use the same number across both devices.

How to install WhatsApp on a phone and a tablet for one phone number - in detail?

To install WhatsApp on both your phone and tablet using the same phone number, you need to follow a specific process since WhatsApp allows only one device to be active at a time per phone number. Below is a detailed guide on how to achieve this:

  1. Backup Your Data: Before proceeding, ensure that you have backed up your WhatsApp data from your primary device (phone). This can be done through the in-app backup feature or by using cloud storage services.
  2. Install WhatsApp on Both Devices: Download and install WhatsApp from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on both your phone and tablet.

  3. Set Up WhatsApp on Your Phone:

  4. Set Up WhatsApp on Your Tablet:

    • Open WhatsApp on your tablet.
    • When prompted to enter your phone number, use the same phone number that is registered on your primary device (phone).
    • Wait for the verification code via SMS or call. Since you have already verified this number on your primary device, you will not receive a new code. Instead, WhatsApp will detect that the number is already in use and provide an option to link the devices.

  5. Link Devices:

    • On your tablet, after entering the phone number, you should see a message saying "This number is already registered with WhatsApp on another device."
    • Tap on "Next" or follow the on-screen instructions to link the devices. This process will send a push notification to your primary device (phone) asking for permission to link the tablet.

  6. Approve the Link Request:

    • On your phone, you should receive a push notification from WhatsApp requesting to link the tablet. Tap on this notification and approve the request.
    • Once approved, both devices will be linked and can use WhatsApp with the same phone number.

  7. Switch Between Devices:

    • You can now switch between your phone and tablet seamlessly. Keep in mind that only one device can be actively used at a time for messaging. If you start a conversation on your tablet, you will need to switch to your phone if you want to continue the chat from there.

By following these steps, you can successfully install WhatsApp on both your phone and tablet using the same phone number, allowing you to stay connected across multiple devices.