WhatsApp is one of the most used messaging apps in the world. It is used by both young and old. While it’s easy for younger and tech-savvy users to find their WhatsApp username (the name that’s visible to others along with your number) and phone number, older people and People with technological difficulties may find this task difficult.
Plus, most Android phones these days support dual SIM and you’re confused by those faces. If that’s you, don’t fret. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to find WhatsApp numbers and usernames on both Android and iOS smartphones.
Let’s get started.
1. Find my WhatsApp number and username on Android
Launch WhatsApp on your Android smartphone and tap the three-dot menu and select Settings from here.
You’ll see your name at the top with your profile picture there. Tap it once and you will see your registered name and mobile number in WhatsApp.
You can only use one mobile number on your WhatsApp. The app does not allow users to create and manage two accounts from the same smartphone, although most phones today support dual SIM. However, there are ways to bypass this limitation and install a different version of WhatsApp. You can then choose to create a second WhatsApp account on the same phone and use it simultaneously.
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In case you want to change the name or mobile number, click on the corresponding value. For example, tap your name and your keyboard app will launch automatically. Enter your desired name and tap Save.
The steps will take a little longer when you want to change your WhatsApp number. The number is used to verify your account, and when you change it, you need to verify it again. Tap the number and then tap Next. You’ll see a message letting you know that you’re moving your account, along with all its data, to this new number. The number must be active and the SIM must be on your smartphone.
WhatsApp will automatically detect your country code, but check it for errors, if any. You will first enter your existing WhatsApp number, then enter the desired new WhatsApp number. Click Next.
You will now receive an OTP on your new WhatsApp number to verify ownership. If the application cannot automatically detect the OTP, enter it manually and continue. You will now see three options to notify your contacts of the new WhatsApp number.
Note: Your chat history will not be deleted if you are using the same phone to change your WhatsApp number. That is possible on dual SIM Android phones where you only change the number, not the smartphone itself. If you are also changing phones, back up.
2. Find my WhatsApp number and username on iOS
Android and iOS smartphones work differently, but WhatsApp remains more or less the same. Here is a full breakdown on how to find and change your username and number in WhatsApp.
Open WhatsApp on your iPhone or iPad, and in Settings, tap your name next to your profile picture.
You will find your name and mobile number listed here. Click on the name to change it. Your default or selected keyboard application will automatically launch when a name is selected.
To change your mobile number to a different SIM number, go back and tap Accounts and select Change number.
You will see a notification screen where they will explain what will happen if you change your WhatsApp number. Just like in Android, all your account data including settings, groups and other information will be transferred to this new number. This process is irreversible. Tap Next when ready. Now you will enter your old or current WhatsApp mobile number and then your new or preferred mobile number.
An OTP will be sent to the new number to verify the process. Enter the OTP if the SIM is on another iPhone or is not detected automatically.
Depending on your internet speed, the transfer may take some time. Now you will see all your WhatsApp data on the new number. Just like in Android, you will see three options to notify your contacts when the mobile number changes. Choose one according to your needs.
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I hope the article helped you to identify and change your WhatsApp name and number. If you’re still unsure, stuck somewhere, or have some queries, connect with us in the comments section below. The process is pretty simple and the steps are easy to follow, but it’s not for everyone. That’s where we come in. That is our job, our mission. Help people the best you can.
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