WhatsApp recently added a new feature that lets you broadcast directly to your audience. WhatsApp Channels are public broadcasts that can be followed by anyone on the platform. Once you join a channel, your contact info is kept hidden from other followers. You can react to the posts shared by the Channel owner but you cannot contribute posts of your own. In this article, we show you how to create and join a Channel on WhatsApp.
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Create a Channel on WhatsApp
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp and switch to the Updates tab.
Step 2: Tap the Plus icon next to Channels.
Step 3: Tap on Create Channel and hit Continue.
Step 4: Enter the Channel Name and Channel Description in their respective fields.
Step 5: Tap on Create Channel.
Join an existing Channel on WhatsApp
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp and switch to the Updates tab.
Step 2: Hit the Plus icon next to Channels.
Step 3: Select Find Channels.
Step 4: Browse through the different categories or search for a particular channel by hitting the magnifying glass icon at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 5: Tap the Plus icon next to the Channel you want to join.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are Channels on WhatsApp?
A WhatsApp Channel allows you to broadcast messages and media to your audience. Once you create a channel, it can be searched publicly and people can join it anytime they want. Similarly, you can search and join any channel from the ‘Updates’ tab.
How is a Channel different from a group?
When you join a Channel on WhatsApp, your contact info isn’t displayed to other followers. Unlike groups, you cannot participate in a channel, apart from reacting to the posts.
How do I delete a Channel on WhatsApp?
To delete a Channel you created on WhatsApp, simply go to Channel Info and hit Delete Channel. You will need to re-enter your phone number in order to delete the channel.
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Conclusion
This is how you can create and join a Channel on WhatsApp. Once you create a channel, you can share it with your contacts on WhatsApp and other instant messengers. However, the participants will need a WhatsApp account to join the channel. People can also see your 30-day post history before joining your channel.
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