How to connect a second WhatsApp number on iOS and Android: instructions

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Until August 2023, Android smartphone owners could not use two WhatsApp accounts at the same time. It was necessary to bypass the restriction in various ways - create a "clone" of the messenger, use third-party applications, or create additional workspace on the device.

Method 1. Connect a second SIM card
Now everything is simpler - to connect a second WhatsApp number on Android, you only need a SIM card with a second number and a phone that supports two SIM cards. Here's what you need to do:

Open WhatsApp, tap the three dots in the top corner, then “Settings” - “Account” - “Add account”.
A window will open where you can read the privacy WhatsApp Number List policy and select a language. Then click "Accept and continue".
Enter the phone number you want to add, then "Next". You will receive a six-digit confirmation code - you need to enter it to complete the registration.
Set up a new account - enter a name, set a profile photo.
To switch between accounts, open WhatsApp, then tap the three dots in the top corner - "Switch to another account".
Now you can use WhatsApp on one device from different numbers.



Method 2: Install the WhatsApp Business app
There is another way to use a second WhatsApp number - install the WhatsApp Business application. This is a solution for business, where you can create a company profile with a phone number, address, link to a website, social network. The application allows you to work with another phone number. To start using WhatsApp Business, do the following:

Download the application from Google Play Market.
Go through the standard registration procedure with confirmation of your mobile phone number – indicate your second number there.
If you plan to use the account as a personal one, simply write your name instead of the company name and ignore all other settings.

How to connect a second WhatsApp number on iOS
You can connect a second WhatsApp number only if you have an iPhone model that supports two SIM cards. This includes iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 14 and later.

iPhone owners can install WhatsApp on a second number in two ways.

Method 1: Install the WhatsApp Business app
WhatsApp Business is used by companies to communicate with clients, launch mailings, create a product catalog, but if necessary, you can use the application for personal use.

Download the application from the AppStore.
Open it - when launched, the application will offer you to register an account on the main phone number. Decline and specify the second number.
Follow the app prompts to complete registration.
Instead of your company name, enter your name if you plan to use WhatsApp as a personal profile.

Method 2. Use the TuTuHelper app
TuTuHelper is an unofficial app store where you can download another version of WhatsApp and connect a second number. The main disadvantage of this method is that it is not safe: anyone can add an application to the store, including scammers. Therefore, it is important to check the developer of the application before downloading.