How to make someone an admin in WhatsApp?

How to make someone an admin in WhatsApp - briefly?

To make someone an admin in a WhatsApp group, open the group chat, tap on the group name at the top of the screen, select "Group info," then tap on "Add participant" and choose the contact you want to add as an admin.

How to make someone an admin in WhatsApp - in detail?

To make someone an admin in a WhatsApp group, follow these detailed steps:

  1. Open the Group: First, open the WhatsApp application on your device and navigate to the group where you want to add a new admin.
  2. Access Group Information: Once inside the group, tap on the group name at the top of the screen. This will take you to the 'Group Info' page.
  3. View Group Participants: In the 'Group Info' page, scroll down and tap on the 'Participants' option. Here, you will see a list of all members in the group.
  4. Select the Member: Find and select the member whom you wish to make an admin. Tap on their name to open their profile within the group.
  5. Promote to Admin: In the member's profile, tap on the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner of the screen. This will open a dropdown menu with several options. From this menu, select 'Make Admin'.
  6. Confirmation: A confirmation prompt will appear asking you to confirm that you want to make this member an admin. Tap on 'Ok' or 'Confirm' to proceed.
  7. Notification: The selected member will receive a notification informing them that they have been promoted to admin status in the group.

Important Notes:

  • Group Creator: Only the creator of the WhatsApp group has the authority to add new admins. If you are not the creator, you will need to request this action from the person who created the group.
  • Admin Privileges: As an admin, the promoted member will have the ability to add or remove participants, change the group icon and description, and restrict other members' actions within the group.
  • Multiple Admins: WhatsApp groups can have multiple admins, allowing for shared management responsibilities.

By following these steps, you can effectively promote a trusted member to an admin role in your WhatsApp group, ensuring smooth and efficient group management.