How to link a tablet and phone WhatsApp on the phone?

How to link a tablet and phone WhatsApp on the phone - briefly?

To link your WhatsApp account between your phone and tablet, you need to ensure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Then, open WhatsApp on your phone, go to "Settings" > "Linked Devices," and scan the QR code displayed on your tablet's screen. This will sync your conversations across both devices.

How to link a tablet and phone WhatsApp on the phone - in detail?

To link your WhatsApp account between a tablet and a phone, you need to follow these detailed steps:

  1. Install WhatsApp on Both Devices: Ensure that both your tablet and phone have WhatsApp installed. You can download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
  2. Register WhatsApp on Your Phone: If you haven't already, register WhatsApp on your phone by entering your phone number and verifying it with the code sent via SMS. This will be the primary device for your WhatsApp account.
  3. Enable Multi-Device Support: WhatsApp has introduced a feature called Multi-Device that allows you to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple devices without needing your phone to stay connected. To enable this:

    • Open WhatsApp on your phone.
    • Go to Settings > Linked Devices.
    • Tap on "Multi-device" and follow the prompts to enable the feature.
  4. Link Your Tablet: Once Multi-Device is enabled, you can link your tablet:

    • Open WhatsApp on your tablet.
    • Go through the initial setup process until you reach the screen where it asks for a QR code.
    • On your phone, go back to Settings > Linked Devices.
    • Scan the QR code displayed on your tablet using your phone's camera.
  5. Complete the Setup: After scanning the QR code:

    • Your tablet will be linked to your WhatsApp account.
    • You can now use WhatsApp independently on both devices, with messages syncing between them.
  6. Manage Linked Devices: If you need to manage or unlink devices in the future:

    • On your phone, go to Settings > Linked Devices.
    • Here you can see all linked devices and unlink any of them if needed.