Meta-owned WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging app. The apps has over 2 billion users worldwide. WhatsApp has many features that makes the chatting experience more fun and enjoyable. The app also adds new updates and features in a regular interval to enhance users chatting experience. However, you cannot use WhatsApp on a computer without a smartphone as you will required to scan a qr code to open the WhatsApp Web.
The app will open only after the authentication is done. Furthermore, the smartphone needs to have a internet connection.
If you want to use WhatsApp on your desktop or laptop with the need for a smartphone then you can do so by following the given steps. But, to do that you will need to have a emulator on your computer.
How to open WhatsApp without a smartphone?
There are multiple Android emulators available that can help you to download and install Android apps on your computer. For example, emulators like Andy and Bluestacks can help you to open WhatsApp on your computer without using a smartphone. The emulator Andy will also allow you to install other apps and games as well.
Follow the following steps to open WhatsApp without a smartphone
Step 1: First go to the Andy Android Emulator’s website and download it .
Step 2: Install the emulator by click on the downloaded file.
Step 3: Now follow the downloaded instructions and install it and provide the required permissions for the emulator.
Step 4: After the emulator is installed, double click on the icon to open it.
Step 5: Now got to the search and type WhatsApp’ in the box at the top. You will see the WhatsApp app.
Step 6: Click on the ‘Install’ button and wait for the app to be installed.
Step 7: Now open the WhatsApp and enter your phone number.
Step 5: You will receive a One Time Pass Password (OTP) for authentication.
Step 3: Enter the OTP to complete the authentication process and enter your name.
Telegram has a dedicated app for PC users
Let us tell you that WhatsApp’s competitor instant messaging application, Telegram has its own dedicated app for laptop and PC users.
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Ms Kalinga
Windows 11 is coming with native android apps, no more emulators c: