Seamless Account Linking: WhatsApp’s Android beta now offers a ‘link with phone number’ feature, enabling users to link their account to WhatsApp Web without scanning QR codes.
Convenient Process: Users can link a device by entering their primary account phone number and a one-time password (OTP) generated by WhatsApp Web.
Simplified Setup: Open WhatsApp Web on your desktop, choose the “Link with phone number” option, enter your phone number, and follow the prompt to enter an 8-character pin
Beta Testing: The feature is currently available to selected beta testers who have installed the latest WhatsApp beta for Android update.
Gradual Rollout: WhatsApp plans to gradually roll out the ‘link with phone number’ feature to more users in the coming days.
Streamlined WhatsApp Web Connection: This feature offers an alternative method to connect your WhatsApp account to WhatsApp Web, providing convenience and flexibility.
Enhanced User Experience: By simplifying the linking process, WhatsApp aims to enhance the overall user experience for accessing and using WhatsApp Web
Increased Accessibility: The feature allows users to access WhatsApp Web without relying on QR code scanning, making it more accessible and user-friendly.
High-Quality Video Sending: In a previous update, WhatsApp introduced the ability to send high-quality videos on Android beta, preserving video dimensions while applying minor compression.