Logging back into WhatsApp Web after logging out is a straightforward process that only takes a few steps. WhatsApp Web allows you to use WhatsApp on your computer by syncing with your mobile device. If you logout or get logged out of WhatsApp Web, you will need to scan the QR code on the WhatsApp Web login page again to sync your mobile device and log back in.
Open WhatsApp Web
The first step is to simply open WhatsApp Web in your computer’s web browser. To do this:
- Go to https://web.whatsapp.com/ in your web browser.
- This will open the WhatsApp Web login page. Make sure to open this page in the browser you normally use WhatsApp Web in.
The WhatsApp Web login page will display a QR code and ask you to use your phone to scan it. This is where you will need to sync your mobile device again to log back in.
Open WhatsApp on Your Phone
The next step is to open WhatsApp on your mobile phone:
- Open the WhatsApp app on your Android, iPhone, or other smartphone.
- Make sure you are logged into WhatsApp on your phone with the account you want to use.
Your phone needs to be connected to the internet in order to sync with WhatsApp Web.
Tap the 3 Dots Menu
Now in the WhatsApp app on your phone, tap the three dots or settings menu in the top right corner:
- On Android, tap the 3 vertical dots icon in the top right.
- On iPhone, tap Settings at the bottom right.
This will open the menu options in WhatsApp.
Tap WhatsApp Web
In the WhatsApp menu, tap WhatsApp Web (on Android) or Linked Devices > WhatsApp Web/Desktop (on iPhone).
This will open a screen with a QR code scanner to connect your phone to a new WhatsApp Web session.
Scan the QR Code
Now just scan the QR code displayed on the WhatsApp Web login page in your computer’s browser using your phone’s camera:
- Point your phone’s camera at the QR code on the WhatsApp Web login screen.
- Your phone will automatically scan the code.
After scanning, your phone will sync with WhatsApp Web. This will log you into WhatsApp Web on your computer again.
You’re Logged In!
That’s it! WhatsApp Web will begin loading on your computer, showing your WhatsApp chats and contacts. You are now logged in and can use WhatsApp Web normally.
Scanning the QR code links your WhatsApp account on your phone with WhatsApp Web, allowing you to continue messaging on your computer. You can now send and receive WhatsApp messages as well as access all of your chats and contacts in WhatsApp Web.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having trouble logging back into WhatsApp Web, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure your phone is connected to the internet – WhatsApp Web requires an internet connection to sync.
- Open WhatsApp Web in your normal browser – WhatsApp Web may not work in a private or incognito browser window.
- Restart your phone and computer – Restarting can help resolve any sync issues.
- Clear your browser cache and cookies – Cache/cookies sometimes prevent WhatsApp Web from loading.
- Update WhatsApp to the latest version – Having the newest version of WhatsApp can help avoid login problems.
Logging Out Again
If at any point you want to log out of WhatsApp Web again, here are the steps to do that:
- On your computer, open WhatsApp Web in your browser.
- Click the 3 dots menu in the top left corner.
- Select Log Out from Account.
- This will log you out and return you to the QR code login screen.
The next time you need to use WhatsApp Web, just follow the steps above to scan the QR code and sync your device again to log back in.
Using WhatsApp Web on Multiple Devices
WhatsApp also offers the ability to use WhatsApp Web simultaneously on up to 4 linked devices. To set this up:
- Open WhatsApp on your phone and go to Linked Devices in Settings.
- Tap on Multi-device beta and join the beta program.
- Tap Link a Device and scan the QR code with your phone to link a computer.
- You can now use WhatsApp on both devices at the same time.
With multiple devices enabled, you don’t need to re-scan the QR code every time. You can just open WhatsApp Web on a linked computer and you will be logged in automatically.
Conclusion
Logging back into WhatsApp Web is quick and easy – just open WhatsApp Web, open WhatsApp on your phone, go to WhatsApp Web in your phone’s menu, and scan the QR code. This syncs your mobile app with WhatsApp Web for seamless messaging on your computer. If you ever logout or get logged out, follow the same steps to scan the code and sync your mobile device again.