Previously you could only use one phone with the feature.

The functionality was spotted byReframedand MUO tested the feature to confirm its availability.

The feature, however, does not work with iPhones.

whatsapp terms screen

Previously, you could only link computers and laptops to your WhatsApp account using WhatsApp Web or WhatsApp Desktop.

WhatsApp also recently rolled out the ability to use WhatsApp on your Android tablet.

But previous limitations meant that only one phone could be added to your unit list.

whatsapp link a device android

initiate the app and select your language.

WhatsApp will then give you a QR code to scan with your primary phone.

SelectLinked devices, then tap theLink a devicebutton.

link device whatsapp qr code scanning

Then scan the QR code on your secondary unit.

Once you’ve done this, WhatsApp will load and sync your messages on both phones.

The new gadget will show up asAndroidon your list of connected, active devices on your primary phone.

whatsapp linked devices option

We were able to do this with an additional phone, linking three phones to one WhatsApp account.

However, only the primary unit can add more connected sessions.

It’s unclear why the new feature hasn’t received a full announcement.

list of linked devices in whatsapp

However, iOS users may have to wait a bit longer to use this feature.