Read on to find out how you’re free to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple phones.

The secondary phone will need a fresh install of WhatsApp.

On Android, tap on the three-dot menu and navigate toLinked Devices > Link a rig.

Person holding a phone beside a window

On iOS, navigate toSettings > Linked Devices > Link a machine.

If prompted, use your biometric information or phone passcode to add a new gear.

Scan the QR code on your companion machine.

WhatsApp welcome screen

Depending on your internet connection and chat history, WhatsApp will sync all your data on your companion unit.

A few features like live location cannot be used on secondary devices yet.

Download: WhatsApp forAndroid|iOS(Free)

How Does the New Companion Mode Work?

Option to link device to an existing account on WhatsApp

Users will be familiar with WhatsApp’s Linked Devices feature if theyuse WhatsApp on the web.

you could link up to four additional devices to your primary WhatsApp account.

Devices will automatically be logged out if your primary phone goes inactive for more than 14 days.

QR code on WhatsApp companion device

Additionally, you’ve got the option to revoke access to your companion devices from your primary phone.

Surprisingly, the experience of using WhatsApp on a companion phone isn’t as bare-bones as you would expect.

WhatsApp settings menu on Android

Linked Devices section on WhatsApp

Scanning a QR code on primary WhatsApp device

WhatsApp Web in action