• You can easily join a WhatsApp group via a link or QR code invite, and start communicating with others in the group.
  • If the group creator opts to use a QR code, and you have an Android, you’ll need to download a third-party app to scan the code and join.
  • Here’s what you’ll need to do to join a WhatsApp group, whether you have an Android or an iPhone.
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Group chats can be a great way to stay in touch with people.

If you’re wondering how to get into one on WhatsApp, don’t worry – the process is simple. If the group creator opts to use a link, sent via text message, to invite participants, then it’s even easier.

Here’s what you’ll need to do to join a WhatsApp group.

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How to join a WhatsApp group

You may be automatically added to a group if you’ve already chatted with the group creator on WhatsApp. If not, the process of joining a group via an invite link is easy, and it’s the same whether you have an Android or an iPhone:

1. Download WhatsApp from the Google Play Store on Android or the App Store on iPhone and create an account, if necessary.

How to join WhatsApp group

Foto: Tap the "Install" button.sourceDevon Delfino/Business Insider

2. Tap the link in the invite text - this will prompt WhatsApp to open on your phone.

How to join WhatsApp group

Foto: Open the link.sourceDevon Delfino/Business Insider

3. Select "Join Group."

How to join WhatsApp group

Foto: Tap "Join Group."sourceDevon Delfino/Business Insider

When people create a group, they have the option to use a QR code, as an alternative to sending a link. If that's the case and you have an iPhone, you can use your phone's camera to scan the link and join.

But for those with an Android, you'll have to download a third-party QR code reader via the Google Play Store in order to join.

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