How to Set WhatsApp as the Default App on iPhone

Learn how to make WhatsApp your default messaging app on iPhone in just a few simple steps.

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To make WhatsApp default on iPhone, navigate to Settings, then locate and open the WhatsApp application settings. Here, select 'Default Apps' and choose WhatsApp as your default messaging app. Note that iPhone currently doesn't allow changing the default SMS app, but this will set WhatsApp as your primary for supported messaging actions.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I make WhatsApp my default SMS app on iPhone? Currently, iPhone does not allow changing the default SMS app. However, you can set WhatsApp as the default for supported messaging actions.
  2. What are the steps to change default app settings on iPhone? Go to Settings, find the app you want to set as default, and select it under the 'Default Apps' section.
  3. Why can't I change the default SMS app on my iPhone? Apple restricts changing the default SMS app on iPhones, sticking with iMessage as the primary messaging option.
  4. Is WhatsApp available on all iPhone models? Yes, WhatsApp is compatible with all iPhone models that support the required iOS version.

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