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- You can use WhatsApp Web from your computer's browser or the WhatsApp desktop app.
- WhatsApp Web will mirror your conversations on your smartphone.
- WhatsApp Web only works with your mobile phone nearby.
Most people are familiar with using WhatsApp via a mobile app on their phone, but not everyone is aware that it's also possible to use WhatsApp on the computer desktop — either in a web browser or using a desktop app. The main difference? You still need to log into WhatsApp on the computer using your WhatsApp mobile app.
How to access WhatsApp Web or the desktop app
There are two ways to access your WhatsApp account on your PC or Mac computer: