WhatsApp finally enables multi-device support for specific users

WhatsApp is rolling out the new multidevice support to users on iOS and Android who are using the WhatsApp business app or WhatsApp Beta for Android with either version 2.21.23.10 or 2.21.23.

WhatsApp's multidevice feature allows it to be used on up to four linked devices without requiring a smartphone connection. Messages can be transmitted via the WhatsApp desktop app or the web-based service app after the devices have been connected. Following the connection, the desktop app will be able to securely receive messages from your WhatsApp account, and personal calls and messages will be encrypted across all devices.

However, there are certain restrictions. First of all, users are not authorized to call or contact other users who use an older version of WhatsApp from the desktop, portal, or online. Secondly, users can only have one phone linked to their WhatsApp number. Finally, if users do not use their phones for 14 days or more, the connected devices are immediately disconnected.

The new feature is not yet available on Android tablets or iPads, but we anticipate that this will change shortly.

In case you want to leave the multidevice Beta, you need to go to the Linked Devices section in WhatsApp settings, then tap Multidevice Beta > Leave Beta.