How to send yourself a message in WhatsApp?

How to send yourself a message in WhatsApp - briefly?

To send yourself a message on WhatsApp, you can create a group with only yourself as a participant and then send messages within that group. This method allows you to easily communicate with yourself without needing another contact or device.

How to send yourself a message in WhatsApp - in detail?

Sending a message to yourself on WhatsApp can be useful for reminders, notes, or testing features. While the app does not have a direct "send to self" option, there are several workarounds you can use. Here’s a detailed guide:

1. Using Broadcast Lists:

   • Open WhatsApp and go to the "Chats" tab.
   • Tap on the three dots (vertical ellipsis) in the top-right corner of your screen.
   • Select "New broadcast."
   • Add yourself as a contact in the list. You can do this by searching for your number and adding it to the broadcast list.
   • Once added, tap on "Create" to finalize the broadcast list.
   • Now, you can send messages to this broadcast list, which will appear as if you are sending them to yourself.

2. Using a Group:

   • Create a new group on WhatsApp. You can do this by tapping on the "New group" option in the Chats tab.
   • Add only your own contact to this group.
   • Send messages within this group, and they will appear as if sent to yourself.

3. Using a Friend or Contact:

   • If you prefer not to use broadcast lists or groups, you can temporarily send the message to a friend or another contact.
   • After sending the message, immediately delete it from the chat history. This way, the message is effectively sent to yourself but stored within your own device.

4. Forwarding Messages:

   • If you have already received a message that you want to keep for yourself, you can forward it to one of the broadcast lists or groups you created earlier.
   • This method allows you to store and access messages as needed without cluttering your personal chats with other contacts.