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When you change your phone number on Whatsapp, the app will automatically transfer your account information, groups, and settings to your new number. However, your chat history won’t be transferred. Instead, you can create a chat backup before changing your number and restore it on your new number. Additionally, your contacts using Whatsapp will receive a notification that you’ve changed your number. They will still be able to see your profile name and picture but will need to save your new number to start a fresh chat with you. It’s also essential to update your phone number on your Whatsapp Business account if you’re using one.
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What do I do with WhatsApp when I change my number?
When you change your phone number, it’s a good idea to update it on WhatsApp to ensure your contacts can still find you. Here’s what you need to do:
1. Open WhatsApp on your device.
2. Go to the "Settings" menu.
3. Select "Account" and then "Change Number."
4. Enter your old phone number and your new phone number.
5. Tap "Done" and then "Next" to verify your new number.
6. WhatsApp will ask if you want to notify your contacts of your new number, or if you want to select specific contacts to notify.
7. After selecting your preference, tap "Done."
It’s important to note that changing your number on WhatsApp will not delete your chat history or affect your groups. However, it’s a good idea to inform your close contacts individually of your new number so they can easily find and message you.
How do you know if someone changed their WhatsApp number?
To know if someone changed their WhatsApp number, you may see a notification in the chat that says "This contact changed their phone number to a new number. Tap to message or add the new number." You can then tap on the notification to message the new number or add it to your contacts. Additionally, if you try to message the old number, you may receive an error message saying that the message cannot be delivered because the number has changed. Lastly, you can try calling the old number to see if it is still in use or if it has been disconnected. If it has been disconnected, it may be a sign that the person has changed their number.
Can I change my number without losing WhatsApp?
Yes, it is possible to change your phone number without losing your WhatsApp account and messages. WhatsApp provides an option to change your phone number within the app, which will migrate your account information, groups, and chats to your new phone number.
To change your WhatsApp number, go to Settings > Account > Change Number on your WhatsApp app. Follow the instructions to enter your old phone number, verify your new phone number, and select whether you want to notify your WhatsApp contacts of your new number. Once you complete these steps, your account and chats will be moved to your new phone number.
It is important to note that changing your phone number on WhatsApp won’t affect your iCloud or Google Drive backups, so you can restore your messages on a new device even if you change your phone number. Keep in mind that if you change your phone without transferring your WhatsApp account to your new phone number, your account may be deactivated and deleted after a few months of inactivity.
Will my contacts be notified if I change my WhatsApp number?
Yes, if you change your WhatsApp number, your contacts will be notified automatically. WhatsApp has a feature that sends out a notification to all your WhatsApp contacts when you change your phone number. This feature helps your contacts stay updated with your new number, and they won’t have to send messages to your old number and wonder why you’re not responding. Additionally, WhatsApp will give you the option to notify specific contacts or all of them, depending on your preference. This is a useful feature, ensuring that all your important contacts can keep in touch with you using your new number.
Can a blocked person see my newly changed number on WhatsApp?
When you block a contact on WhatsApp, they will no longer be able to see your profile, status updates or send you messages. However, if you change your phone number after blocking them, they may still be able to see your new number if they have access to your old one or mutual contacts who have your new number. To prevent this from happening, it’s recommended that you also delete the contact from your WhatsApp list before changing your number to ensure that they cannot see your new number. Additionally, you can turn on two-step verification in WhatsApp settings to add an extra layer of security to your account.