WhatsApp is the most downloaded (more than one billion downloads!) messenger program for exchanging messages and files online. The main advantage of WhatsApp is its mobility. The messenger works on Android, Windows Phone, iOS platforms. Symbian and old Nokia users can also use all the features of the program.
Now there is a WhatsApp for computers, working with all Windows and macOS. WhatsApp developers have recently strengthened the protection of users' messages and their personal data, making them inaccessible to third parties.
How to install WhatsApp on your computer and mobile devices
If your mobile device meets the messenger requirements, you can install WhatsApp for Android and iOS just like any other app. Users who decide to use WhatsApp for computer will have to confirm ownership of their mobile device after the first launch. You will be sent a text message with a code (password). Following the instructions, you will need to confirm the password sent to you in the desktop version of WhatsApp.
How to find friends using WhatsApp
The installed WhatsApp application will certainly reflect the list of your acquaintances who also use the program. To add them to your messenger, update your contact list and invite your friends to chat using the already installed applications VKontakte, Facebook, Skype, etc.) or send them an invitation via SMS or email. The application has all the options you can use to do this.
How to use WhatsApp
WhatsApp has the simplest possible appearance, making it easy to use the program even for someone unfamiliar with messengers before. On the top right are the messenger settings. This is your account, where you can change your phone number, check the privacy settings and message security.
There is an option to:
- hide your profile photo, originally selected when you first start the program, from everyone;
- Change the "online" status for all to hidden;
- block unwanted contacts.
When configuring chat options, you can change the font size to larger. Take advantage of this option if you have vision problems.
More WhatsApp features
- setting the wallpaper as desired or by default;
- backup of important chat data;
- setting notification sounds, pop-up messages;
- vibrations on new messages.
Use the relevant links on this page to download the messenger for Windows and macOS computers, or Android and iOS mobile platforms. There is also WhatsApp online, which works in any modern browser.
