WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app in the world, used by millions every day for chatting, calling, and sharing media. While most people know the basic features, there are many unknown tips and tricks that can make your experience faster, safer, and more fun. These hidden options are simple to use but not everyone knows about them.
In this article, we’ll explore some of the best WhatsApp tricks you can try right now.
1. Pin Important Chats
If you often lose important chats in a long list of messages, you can pin chats at the top. Just long-press on the chat and tap the pin icon. This way, your most-used contacts always stay on top.
2. Send Messages Without Saving Number
Normally, WhatsApp requires you to save a number before sending a message. But with the wa.me link trick, you don’t have to. Just type this in your browser:
https://wa.me/91xxxxxxxxxx (replace with the number and country code). It will open a chat directly.
3. Hide Your Online Status
Many users don’t want others to see when they are online. WhatsApp now allows you to hide online status. Go to Settings > Privacy > Last seen & online and choose “Same as last seen.” This way, you can chat without being noticed.
4. Lock WhatsApp Chats
For extra privacy, you can lock individual chats with fingerprint or password. Just tap on the contact’s name, scroll down, and select Chat Lock. This keeps your private conversations safe from prying eyes.
5. Use Disappearing Messages
Want your chats to vanish after some time? Enable Disappearing Messages. Open the chat, tap the contact’s name, and select “Disappearing messages.” You can set messages to disappear after 24 hours, 7 days, or 90 days.
6. Create Custom Notifications
If you want to know who is messaging you without looking at your phone, try custom notifications. Open the contact’s profile, select “Custom notifications,” and set unique tones or vibration patterns.
7. Search Messages by Date
Finding old messages can be tough. WhatsApp now lets you search chats by date. Just tap the three dots > Search > Calendar icon, and select the date.
8. Format Your Texts
Make your messages more interesting by using text formatting:
*bold*→ bold_italic_→ italic~strike~→strike`code`→ monospace
9. Use WhatsApp on Multiple Devices
You can now use one WhatsApp account on up to four devices without keeping your phone connected. Go to Linked devices in settings and scan the QR code.
Final Thoughts
These unknown tips and tricks can make your chats easier, safer, and more fun. From hiding your online status to using disappearing messages and custom notifications, these hidden features save time and improve privacy.
So, try them out today and enjoy WhatsApp in a smarter way!