WhatsApp said the feature was highly requested and will now be rolled out globally to all users in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n
It allows users to link and use the same WhatsApp account on up to four other smartphones, the same limit for WhatsApp’s multi-device feature on web browsers, tablets and desktops.<\/p>\n
“Linking phones as companion devices makes messaging easier,” WhatsApp said. “You can switch between phones without signing out and pick up your chats where you left off.”<\/p>\n
“If you’re a small business owner, additional employees are now able to respond to customers directly from their phones under the same WhatsApp Business account.”<\/p>\n
The illustration of multi-phone below shows the same WhatsApp account running on an Android and iOS smartphone.<\/p>\n
WhatsApp said that each linked phone would connect to its servers independently, ensuring that personal messages, media, and calls remain end-to-end encrypted.<\/p>\n
As an additional security measure, WhatsApp will automatically log users out on companion devices if the primary device remains inactive for an extended period.<\/p>\n
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WhatsApp will also offer an easier way to link companion devices in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n
This will allow users to enter their phone number on WhatsApp Web to receive a one-time code, which can then be used on their phone to enable device linking.<\/p>\n
Currently, doing this requires scanning a QR code on their computer screen with their phone.<\/p>\n
WhatsApp said it planned to introduce this feature to more companion devices in the future.<\/p>\n
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