How to set up WhatsApp on an iPhone 10 phone - briefly?
To set up WhatsApp on your iPhone 10, first download the app from the App Store. Once installed, open WhatsApp and follow the prompts to verify your phone number and complete the setup process.
How to set up WhatsApp on an iPhone 10 phone - in detail?
To set up WhatsApp on your iPhone 10, follow these detailed steps:
First, ensure that your iPhone is connected to the internet, either via Wi-Fi or a cellular data plan. WhatsApp requires an active internet connection to complete the setup process.
Next, go to the App Store on your iPhone. You can find it by swiping left or right on the home screen until you see the App Store icon (it looks like a stylized 'A'). Tap on it to open the store.
Once in the App Store, tap on the search bar at the bottom of the screen and type "WhatsApp" into it. Then, tap on the magnifying glass icon or press Enter on your keyboard to initiate the search.
From the search results, look for WhatsApp Messenger by WhatsApp Inc. It should be the first result, but if not, you can identify it by its distinctive green icon with a white phone outline and speech bubble. Tap on this app to open its page in the App Store.
On the WhatsApp page, tap on the "Get" button next to the app's price (it should be free). If prompted, you may need to enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID/Face ID for verification. After the app finishes downloading, it will automatically install on your iPhone.
Once installed, tap on the WhatsApp icon to open the app. You'll see a welcome screen with some brief information about the messaging service. Tap "Agree & Continue" at the bottom of the screen to proceed.
Now, you'll need to enter your phone number. Make sure that the country code is correct (it should default to your current location). If necessary, tap on the flag icon next to the country code and select the appropriate country from the list. Then, enter your full phone number in the provided field. Tap "Next" when finished.
WhatsApp will attempt to verify your phone number automatically using SMS. If it's successful, you'll see a six-digit code appear on your screen within a few moments. Enter this code into the field provided and tap "Next."
If WhatsApp is unable to send or receive the verification code via SMS, it will give you the option to verify your phone number using a voice call instead. Tap "Call Me" if you prefer this method. Once you answer the call, an automated system will read out the six-digit code to you. Enter this code into the field provided and tap "Next."
After successful verification, WhatsApp will ask for permission to access your contacts. This allows the app to sync with your address book so that you can easily start conversations with people in your contacts list. Tap "OK" to grant this permission.
Now, it's time to set up your profile. Tap on the profile picture icon at the top of the screen (it looks like a person with a plus sign). You can either take a new photo or select one from your existing photos. Once you've chosen a profile picture, tap "Next."
Enter your first name and last name in the fields provided. These names will be visible to others when they receive messages from you. Tap "Next" when finished.
Finally, WhatsApp will display a summary of the information you've entered during setup. Review this information carefully to ensure accuracy. If everything looks correct, tap "Done" at the bottom of the screen.
Congratulations! You have successfully set up WhatsApp on your iPhone 10. You can now start sending messages and making calls through the app. Enjoy your new messaging experience!