Phone number is a must to use WhatsApp which is used to send messages to someone fast all over the world. But now it is possible to create a WhatsApp account even through mobile or landline number. You can also register a landline number to use WhatsApp now but getting a landline number can be a daunting task. Read on to find out how.
How to use WhatsApp with a landline number?
You can also use the landline number to use WhatsApp. But you can't use the normal WhatsApp app with this number but you have to download the WhatsApp Business app.
- You need a working landline number.
- Download the WhatsApp Business App (WA Business). -After installing WhatsApp, the app will ask for the phone number for OTP-based registration.
- Select India Code (+91). Then select the landline number with the STD code. For example, if your landline number is 0332654XXX4 with an STD code, add + 91332654XXX4. Or you can call any mobile number from the landline to see how your number is displayed on the mobile.
- Whatsapp Business App sends OTP after adding landline number. This is a landline number so you will not receive any SMS. Wait for the OTP time to expire and then select the 'Call me' option for OTP verification.
- Then you will get a call to your landline number to get the OTP code.
- Enter the OTP. And then follow the regular process of installing WhatsApp.
- Currently you are advised to use WhatsApp Business App with your landline number.
Using WhatsApp with a landline number can be a little difficult. This is because you need to add the contact list manually. However it does provide more privacy. Also the best part of this is that you can also set reply messages automatically. WhatsApp gives a range of other options to manage messages better through the business app.
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