How do I add a new contact number to WhatsApp?

WhatsApp allows users to easily communicate with their contacts through instant messaging. One of the key features of WhatsApp is the ability to add new contact numbers so you can message new people. Here are some quick answers to common questions about adding a new contact number on WhatsApp:

Can I add a new contact number without having their phone?

Yes, you can add a new contact number to your WhatsApp contacts without having physical access to their phone. All you need is their phone number to add them as a new contact.

Does the contact need to have WhatsApp too?

No, you can add any phone number as a WhatsApp contact. However, they will not receive your messages or show up as a confirmed contact until they also install WhatsApp and register their phone number with the app.

How do I add a new contact number on Android?

Here are the steps to add a new contact number on Android:

1. Open the WhatsApp app on your Android phone.
2. Tap on the 3-dot menu icon in the top right corner.
3. Select “New contact” from the menu.
4. Enter the phone number you want to add, including the country code.
5. Tap “Add” to save the number as a new contact.

How do I add a new contact on iPhone?

Here are the steps to add a new WhatsApp contact on iPhone:

1. Open WhatsApp and tap on the Chats tab.
2. Tap on the New Chat icon in the top-right corner.
3. Tap on “New Contact”.
4. Enter the phone number with country code and tap “Add to Contacts” to save it.
5. The number will be saved in your contacts and added to WhatsApp.

How do I create a WhatsApp contact using a QR code?

You can easily add a new WhatsApp contact by scanning their WhatsApp QR code:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to the Chats tab.
2. Tap on the 3-dot menu icon.
3. Select “New contact” then tap “Scan QR code”.
4. Use your phone’s camera to scan their WhatsApp QR code.
5. The contact will automatically be added after scanning the code.

Can I add contacts by allowing WhatsApp access to my device contacts?

Yes, you can enable WhatsApp to access your phone’s contacts. This will automatically add any of your existing contacts who also use WhatsApp as WhatsApp contacts.

To do this:

1. Go to your phone’s settings then select apps or permissions.
2. Select WhatsApp and enable contacts permission.
3. Open WhatsApp, tap 3-dot menu > Settings > Contacts.
4. Enable “Sync Contacts”. WhatsApp will automatically start adding matching contacts.

How do I add someone to WhatsApp by their name?

Unfortunately you cannot add a WhatsApp contact directly by searching their name. You need their phone number to add them. If you only know their name here are some tips:

• Ask them directly for their phone number so you can add them.
• Search for their phone number in your existing phone contacts.
• Look up their number in your company directory if you have one.
• Search on sites like Truecaller by name to find their number.

Why can’t some contacts see my profile photo and status?

If some contacts can’t see your profile photo and status, it means you have them blocked on WhatsApp. To fix this:

1. Go to WhatsApp Settings > Account > Privacy.
2. Tap on “Blocked contacts”.
3. Unblock the contacts you want to be able to see your status and photo.

How do I save a new number from WhatsApp to my phone contacts?

If you add a new WhatsApp contact but want to also save their number in your regular phone contacts, follow these steps:

1. Open the chat with the new WhatsApp contact.
2. Tap on their name at the top of the chat screen.
3. Tap on “Add to Contacts” on their profile.
4. Confirm to save their number to your local phone contacts.

Does adding a contact on WhatsApp also add them to my Facebook?

No, adding a new contact on WhatsApp does not automatically add them as a Facebook friend. Your WhatsApp contacts and Facebook friends remain separate unless you manually connect them.

Can I import contacts from my SIM card to WhatsApp?

Yes, you can import all contacts stored on your phone’s SIM card to your WhatsApp contacts list:

1. On Android go to Contacts then tap More > Import > SIM card.
2. On iPhone go to Settings > Contacts then tap Import SIM contacts.
3. Select all the contacts you want to import to WhatsApp.

How do I backup my WhatsApp contacts?

To backup your WhatsApp contacts:

1. Go to WhatsApp Settings > Chats > Chat backup.
2. Enable backup and tap “Back Up Now” to manually backup contacts.
3. WhatsApp backups contacts to Google Drive (Android) or iCloud (iPhone).
4. You can restore backups when reinstalling WhatsApp or getting a new phone.

Can I export my WhatsApp contacts as a CSV file?

Unfortunately, there is no direct way to export your WhatsApp contacts as a CSV file. But there are some workarounds:

• On Android, install an app like vCard Export to export contacts from WhatsApp to a VCF file.
• On iPhone, use the Contacts app to export your contacts to a CSV file.
• Use a third-party app like YOWhatsApp which has a built-in export to CSV feature.

How do I print my WhatsApp contacts list?

To print your WhatsApp contacts:

1. Open your phone Contacts and select all WhatsApp contacts.
2. Tap print and select print options.
3. You can also export contacts as PDF and print the PDF file.

How can I mass send a message to all my WhatsApp contacts?

WhatsApp doesn’t have a built-in mass messaging feature, but you can use workarounds:

• Use the WhatsApp Business app which provides mass messaging tools.
• Use an Android app like SKMultiSender to mass message contacts.
• Create a group with your contacts and send a message – it will reach all members.

Can I share my WhatsApp contacts with someone else?

There are a couple ways to share your WhatsApp contacts with someone else:

• Create a CSV file of your contacts and email or share the file.
• Create a new group and add the person – they will see all members.
• Temporarily change your privacy settings to “Everyone” so they can see your contacts.

But keep in mind that sharing contacts may compromise others’ privacy and should only be done selectively.

Conclusion

Adding new contacts is easy on WhatsApp and helps you expand your messaging network. Save new numbers directly from WhatsApp chats, scan QR codes, sync your existing contacts, or import from sources like your SIM card. Make sure to backup your contacts occasionally to avoid losing them. With your contact list set up, you can enjoy seamless messaging with all your family, friends and work connections on WhatsApp.