WhatsApp on the Web

5 things you need to know about whatsApp Web:

WhatsApp finally gave in to popular demand and released an official web version — but it's not as simple as you think. 

Chrome only 

So far, if you want to access WhatsApp on the web, it will only work on Google Chrome and only from a computer – using Chrome on a tablet or mobile phone won't. For the web feature to work, you need to update WhatsApp on your phone to the latest version from the respective app store. Only when you update the app will you see the new 'WhatsApp Web' option in the menu. 
You need to be an existing WhatsApp user— with an active account. You can't sign up for a WhatsApp account from the web. Next, it only works with WhatsApp installed on Android, BlackBerry, Windows Phone and S60 – iOS compatibility is blocked because of limitations set by Apple. 

It's secure

To start using WhatsApp web, you need to open a webpage on Chrome (Web. whatsapp.com) and then use WhatsApp on your phone to scan the QR code that appears. The QR code expires after a while and it ensures a single connection between the web client and phone. To connect again, you need to go through the process again. 

The WhatsApp web client uses your phone to connect and send messages – in a sense, everything is mirrored. Your web session stays active as long as your phone has a connection to the internet. This also means that your phone's data connection is constantly being used. 


Can't save on mobile data 

The WhatsApp web client uses your phone to connect and send messages – in a sense, everything is mirrored. Your web session stays active as long as your phone has a connection to the internet. This also means that your phone's data connection is constantly being used. 
You can still send attachments from your PC as long as they are photographs. You can view all the attachments sent by others. If equipped, you can also use your webcam to snap a quick picture and send it as an attachment. Videos are not supported yet. 

Don't get blocked


There are a number of unofficial WhatsApp apps or widgets that you can get. However, WhatsApp periodically checks for this and will block you eventually. 

The web client is temporary 

This means that nothing is stored on the PC. You can view attachments but they will be available later only if you specifically download them. The idea behind the web client is that you can use it while using a computer without the need to switch devices.