WhatsApp has finally launched the ability to use the same account on multiple phones.
The highly requested feature will le users link their phone as one of up to four additional devices, the same as when you link with WhatsApp on web browsers, tablets and desktops.
If you’re someone who juggles two phones, you’ll know the struggle of having WhatsApp work on just one.
Now you can switch between phones without signing out and pick up your chats where you left off.
‘Each linked phone connects to WhatsApp independently, ensuring that your personal messages, media, and calls are end-to-end encrypted,’ said WhatsApp.
If your primary device is inactive for a long period, you will automatically be logged out of all companion devices.
The feature is also good news for small business owners who can allow additional employees respond to customers directly from their phones under the same WhatsApp Business account.
The Meta-owned company said that the update has started rolling out to users globally and will be available to everyone in the coming weeks.
WhatsApp is also rolling out an alternative way to link to companion devices over the coming weeks.
Rather than having to scan a QR code, users will be able to enter their phone number on WhatsApp Web to receive a one-time code that can be used to link additional devices.
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