How to view a contact number in WhatsApp?

How to view a contact number in WhatsApp - briefly?

To view a contact's phone number in WhatsApp, first open the chat with that person. Then, tap on the contact's name at the top of the screen to access their profile information, where you will find their phone number listed.

How to view a contact number in WhatsApp - in detail?

To view a contact's phone number on WhatsApp, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your device. This could be a smartphone or a tablet.
  2. Access Contact Information:

    • iPhone Users: Tap on the "Chats" tab at the bottom of the screen, then tap on the contact whose number you want to view. Once in the chat window, tap on the contact's name at the top to open their information page.
    • Android Users: The process is similar. Tap on the "Chats" tab, select the contact, and then tap on the contact's name at the top of the chat screen to access their details.
  3. View Contact Number:

    • On both iPhone and Android devices, you should now see a detailed information page about the contact. Look for the section labeled "Phone" or similar. The phone number associated with that contact will be displayed there.
  4. Additional Information: Besides viewing the phone number, this screen may also provide other details such as the contact's profile picture, status message, and options to start a call or send a message.

Important Note: WhatsApp’s privacy settings allow users to control who can see their personal information, including their phone number. If you cannot view a contact's phone number, it is likely due to the user's privacy settings being configured to restrict this information from being visible.