1. WhatsApp Web
On the rare occasion that you don’t have your phone with you and still need to send a WhatsApp message, you’re in luck. The messaging app has a desktop website that allows you to access your app without your phone, as long as you set it up beforehand.
Simply head on over to the WhatsApp Web site and you’ll be prompted to download the app, pull up the camera function in the app, and scan a QR code. This will connect the website with your app, so you can message from the comfort of your computer.
2. End-to-End Encryption:
All messages, calls, photos, videos, and documents sent through WhatsApp are encrypted end-to-end. This means that only the sender and receiver can read the messages, and nobody in between, not even WhatsApp itself, can access the content.
3. Voice Messages:
WhatsApp allows users to send voice messages. Instead of typing a message, users can hold down the microphone icon and record their message, then release to send it. This feature is particularly useful when users prefer to communicate verbally rather than in text.
4. WhatsApp Web:
Users can access their WhatsApp account on a computer through WhatsApp Web. By scanning a QR code with their phone, users can mirror their conversations and messages on the computer’s web browser.
6. Disappearing messages:
Whether you’re a private person or planning a surprise, disappearing messages can be a helpful tool in any messaging app. While Snapchat made this kind of communication popular, WhatsApp has, of course, adopted the feature for its platform as well, and it’s very easy to use.
For starters, click on the chat that you want to employ disappearing messages with. Then head on over to the handy-dandy three-dot icon and click on Disappearing messages. You’ll then select the amount of time you want before messages disappear, either 24 hours, 7 days, or 90 days.
7. WhatsApp Status
Similar to Instagram Stories and Facebook Stories, WhatsApp has a feature called Status, where users can share photos, videos, and text that disappear after 24 hours. It’s a way to share updates with contacts without cluttering the chat interface.
8. WhatsApp Business
WhatsApp offers a separate app for businesses called WhatsApp Business. This app provides businesses with tools to communicate with their customers, such as automated messages, quick replies, and business profiles.
9. Location Sharing:
WhatsApp enables users to share their live location with friends and family for a specific period, making it easier to coordinate meetups or keep track of each other’s whereabouts.
10. Media Visibility:
Users can control who can see the media they share in individual or group chats by adjusting the media visibility settings. This feature provides users with more control over their privacy.
These are just a few interesting facts and features about WhatsApp. The app continues to evolve, introducing new features and improvements to enhance user experience and security.