WhatsApp has become the go-to instant messenger around the globe. In fact, it also serves as a killer app or benchmark for defining the minimum capabilities of a smartphone or tablet. However, sometimes we get tired of holding a device in our hands, especially when the conversation at hand gets very long. The official solution is WhatsApp Web, which lets you reproduce the basic functions of the messenger in a desktop browser. The curious thing is that many users still don’t know its benefits, and our plan is to correct that…
WhatsApp Web: An Incomplete Solution?
Over the years, WhatsApp has managed to respond to the main requirements of users, but many still await greater independence from mobile devices for several reasons (cost, connectivity, and security are the first that come to mind). At the time of writing, every WhatsApp account needs an associated phone number, and an Android, iOS, or KaiOS environment to run properly.
That makes WhatsApp Web a half-measure. Although it’s very comfortable to leave your smartphone behind and chat directly on your computer, the “mobile device + phone number” combo remains mandatory. Still, it’s the best we have, and I must admit it’s very easy to activate. If you’ve come here with doubts about how to use WhatsApp Web, this is the right place to clear them.
How to Use WhatsApp Web
- Visit web.whatsapp.com in your favorite browser
- Open WhatsApp on your device, tap the three dots, and then WhatsApp Web
- Point the device’s main camera at the QR code generated by the site
- If everything goes well, a “clone” of your session should appear in the browser.
The essential requirement is that the WhatsApp installation on your mobile or tablet must stay connected at all times, whether using mobile data or Wi-Fi. If the connection is lost, WhatsApp Web will let you know. One more thing: Remember to close the session on your smartphone when you’re done. Even if you close the tab in the browser, the link will remain active.
Alternatives
So, what happens if WhatsApp Web becomes too problematic and unstable, your mobile device has a damaged camera, or it just won’t turn on? Our suggestion is more demanding on a technical level but works wonderfully: use WhatsApp on PC with BlueStacks. The BlueStacks environment is essentially an Android emulator that provides the right environment for running Android APKs, among which WhatsApp stands out. You’ll still need a phone number and a basic phone to receive the verification SMS, but it will help you out of a jam.
Conclusion
WhatsApp Web is far from an ideal tool, but if you have the chance, you should make the most of it. Countless users use WhatsApp for work or study, and they need to respond to multiple chats simultaneously or share material. The app combines access to the messenger with the dynamics of the computer, and if you spend a lot of time at your desk, it will serve you well. Good luck!
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