WhatsApp Channels have been freshly introduced, sparking
enthusiasm among businesses for the novel marketing feature.
Curious about launching your channel? In this guide, we'll
provide a step-by-step walkthrough on creating your own WhatsApp Channel.
WhatsApp Channels are currently the talk of the town in the
realms of messaging and social media marketing.
This exciting one-to-many broadcast feature was globally
rolled out on September 13, 2023, giving businesses a fresh avenue to send mass
messages and expand their outreach.
Are you interested in getting started with a channel? This
guide will take you through the step-by-step process of creating your WhatsApp
Channel.
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What Is a WhatsApp Channel?
Channels function as a one-way broadcasting tool, allowing
administrators to send content like text, photos, videos, stickers, and polls.
A searchable directory is being developed to aid users in
discovering channels of interest.
This directory will help you find channels related to your
hobbies, sports teams, updates from local officials, and more.
Moreover, you can access a channel using invite links shared
in chats, emails, or posted online.
WhatsApp Channels provide a private avenue for individuals to
receive updates relevant to them directly within the WhatsApp platform.
The personal information of admins and followers is
safeguarded, and the choices individuals make regarding who to follow remain
private.
How to Create a WhatsApp Channel
To initiate a channel for sharing updates and connecting with
your followers on WhatsApp.
Ensure your WhatsApp account is updated to the latest
version.
To create a WhatsApp Channel, having a WhatsApp account is
essential.
Since WhatsApp recently launched this feature, the first step
is to ensure you have updated your WhatsApp.
You can achieve this by accessing your app store, searching
for WhatsApp, and manually initiating the update.
If you don't see the feature after updating, it could be
because WhatsApp is gradually rolling it out to users.
If so, you can join a waitlist to receive a notification once
the feature is accessible.
How to Create a WhatsApp Channel on Android & iOS
1. Open your WhatsApp application and go to the
Updates tab.
2. Tap the '
' icon
and choose 'New channel.'
3. Tap 'Get started' and follow the onscreen prompts to proceed.
4. Enter a channel name to complete the creation of your
channel. Remember, you can opt to change the name later at any time.
5. Personalize your channel: You can customize your channel now
by adding a description and icon or choose to do this later.
- Include a channel description: Craft a brief description to help potential followers grasp the essence of your channel.
- Upload a channel icon: Choose an image from your phone or the web to make your channel distinct and easily recognizable.
6. Tap 'Create channel,' and you're all set!
Now that your channel is set up, you can access and share a
link to your channel from the channel info page.
To access your channel info page:
1. Open Channels by tapping the Channels icon.
2. Click on your channel, and then click on your channel name.
3. Click on 'Copy link.'
How to Create a WhatsApp Channel on the Web and Desktop
1. Open WhatsApp Web and access Channels by clicking the
Channels icon.
2. Click on the '
' icon > Create channel
3. Click 'Continue' and proceed through the onscreen prompts.
4. Enter a channel name to complete the creation of your
channel. Remember, you can opt to change the name later at any time.
5. Tailor your channel: You can personalize it now by adding a
description and icon or decide to do it later.
- Incorporate a channel description: Write a brief description to give potential followers an understanding of your channel.
- Upload a channel icon: Incorporate an image from your phone or the web to make your channel distinct and eye-catching.
6. Select 'Create channel,' and your channel is now created!
How to Share Updates on your WhatsApp Channel?
The updates you share on your channel are public, and anyone
following the channel can view what you post:
- All your followers, once they follow your channel, have access to and can view all updates from the beginning of the channel.
- Additionally, people who have not followed you will only see updates from the past 30 days.
You have the option to share text content (including links)
as well as media such as images or videos.
To share written content, navigate to the channels page and
access your channel.
Compose your post, and you can apply formatting like bold
text, strikethrough, and underline as needed.
You can add emojis by selecting the smiley emoji in WhatsApp.
When you include a link, it will preview the content and any
available images. Once your update is prepared, click on the arrow to share it.
Tap on your channel's 'plus' icon to share images and videos.
From there, you can capture a new picture or record a video using your camera.
Alternatively, you can choose existing photos or videos from
your device and select multiple images simultaneously.
You can make several edits to your images and videos,
including tasks such as rotating the file, cropping, adding text and emojis,
blurring specific parts, adjusting image quality, and more. For captions, tap
on the image and add your desired text.
Please note that followers can save any media you share on
their phones.
How Do I Find WhatsApp Channels?
Discover and follow individuals and organizations that matter
to you on WhatsApp Channels so that you can stay informed and expand your
knowledge.
Following a channel allows you to access updates such as
written notes, informational links, photos, or videos from them in the Channels
section of the Updates tab.
You can receive notifications for new updates to stay in the
loop.
How to Find WhatsApp Channels
Discover channels aligned with your interests by:
- Exploring the channel list: Browse through all available channels. WhatsApp customizes the list automatically to display channels based on your phone number's country code and preferred language. However, you can explore channels from different countries, select specific categories, apply filter options, and more.
- Reviewing recommended channels: Check out channels suggested to you by scrolling to the bottom of the Updates tab and accessing the 'Find channels' section. These recommendations are based on channel metrics, such as popularity and activity level.
- Discovering channels via external links: Channel administrators can share a link outside of WhatsApp to assist people in finding their channel. Use the provided link to open a channel in WhatsApp and explore the updates.
Explore Available Channels
1. Selecting the Channels icon.
2. Tap the ' Find
channels' option.
Channels marked with a green checkmark 
next to their name
have been verified by WhatsApp, indicating their authenticity.
Once there, you can organize the list based on your specific
interests:
- Browse categories and filter channels based on topics: Identify new, famous, or highly active channels. You can filter channels based on your interests, such as sports, news, culture, etc.
- View channels from different countries: Explore the channels available in
other countries by changing the country selection.
- Search for a channel: Review all available channels on WhatsApp and arrange the search results based on channel metrics like popularity and
activity. When you conduct channel searches, the system records the search
terms to enhance the ease of finding channels and improve the overall
investigation and channel experience.
Before deciding to follow, you can have a preview of the
updates from the channel:
- To view the kind of updates a channel posts, click on the channel name to preview recent updates.
- Gain more insights about a channel by visiting its channel
info page. Click on the channel name or select
> Channel info.
How to Follow WhatsApp Channels?
- Effortlessly follow a channel from the directory by clicking
the '
' icon next to the channel name.
- To follow from a channel, open a channel you're interested in and click the 'Follow' button.
Additionally, you can follow channels from their channel info
page.
WhatsApp Channel Safety and Privacy
WhatsApp Channels assist individuals in receiving pertinent
information privately and securely.
To protect your privacy on channels:
- You remain invisible to others viewing a channel, including fellow channel followers, ensuring they cannot see your name, phone number, profile picture, reactions to channel content, or your poll votes (except for admins; details below).
- Your contacts can only view the channels you follow or observe how you engage with channel content if they hold an admin role for a channel you follow.
Your profile and channel interaction details may be visible
to channel admins. However, it's important to note that admins who aren't in
your contacts will only have access to limited information:
- Admins who aren't contacts may see your profile picture and observe how you interact with their channel content. However, they will only have access to your complete phone number or full profile name if they have you saved as a contact.
- If a channel admin is also your contact, they can view all aspects of your profile, including your name, entire phone number, and profile photo.
WhatsApp stores channel updates in a dedicated tab separate
from your regular chats. Don't worry; your messages and calls are always
end-to-end encrypted, ensuring that no one, including WhatsApp, can access or
decipher them.
Channel admins ensure a safe and age-appropriate experience
for their followers.
Regardless of whether they follow the channel, anyone can
report problematic content.
If you find a channel you believe is sharing inappropriate
content or spam, don't hesitate to report it.
WhatsApp employs automated tools, manual review processes,
and user reports to identify potentially problematic content. The platform
reserves the right to act against channels that violate guidelines.
Follow our WhatsApp Channel to stay updated!