Things to know before using two WhatsApp accounts on iPhone:
- You cannot have two WhatsApp accounts on the same number.
- Get a second active SIM card on your iPhone or install it on another phone nearby.
WhatsApp is one of the most popular communication apps in the world. It is so popular that you communicate with all your friends, family and even colleagues through it. Therefore, you may want to have two WhatsApp accounts for iPhone to separate your personal and professional life. But is it possible? Yes, you can create multiple WhatsApp accounts, but there is a catch. But first, I will explain how to use two WhatsApp accounts on iPhone.
Benefits of having two WhatsApp accounts on iPhone
We all know how to create and set up a WhatsApp account using one phone number. But what if you have another eSIM on your iPhone and want to have WhatsApp for it? The meta itself does not allow two accounts to be used at the same time on the same device. Also, unlike Android, you can’t create a clone app or parallel space on iPhone.
As a result, the only solution to set up two WhatsApp accounts on iPhone is to install WhatsApp Business. This is another free version of WhatsApp designed specifically for businesses. However, anyone can use it as it follows the same steps as WhatsApp and includes a few extra features. This way you can separate your personal and professional interactions.
Having multiple WhatsApp accounts improves productivity. For example, you can create and enable a Focus filter for your personal WhatsApp while at work. In addition, you can turn off notifications from WhatsApp Business during the weekend. Now let’s learn how to use two WhatsApp accounts on iPhone.
How to use WhatsApp Business to set up a second account
If you haven’t already, the first step is to download WhatsApp from the App Store on your iPhone and sign up for an account using your primary phone number. After successfully creating your first WhatsApp account, your phone number will be linked to the specified account. Then it’s time to set up a second WhatsApp account on the same iPhone.
- Download WhatsApp Business on your iPhone. In the meantime, make sure your secondary SIM is enabled as an eSIM on your iPhone or inserted into another smartphone you have on hand. This is important as you will receive OTP for WhatsApp Business login to this number.
- After successful installation, launch WhatsApp Business and select Agree and Continue.
- Since you already have a WhatsApp account, the program will ask you if you want to continue using the same phone number for WhatsApp Business. Click Use another number to create a second WhatsApp account.
- Now enter the OTP you received on the other number to confirm the registration.
- Click “Done”in the top right corner.
- If you previously had WhatsApp on this number, you can select “Restore Chat History from iCloud Backup”and click “Next”. If not, select Skip.
- Then enter your name and set a profile picture.
- Below there is an opportunity to configure the category “Business”. Select Not Business and click Finish.
- Follow the instructions, set your preferences and click next.
- Click “Continue”if you receive a pop-up window (the name does not comply with the rules).
- Finally, select Not Now.
That’s all! You now have a second WhatsApp account that is completely different from your main account. You can start sending and receiving messages, making WhatsApp calls and creating groups.
Use Messenger Duo for WhatsApp on iPhone
Note. This method is just a workaround and you will need two devices with different WhatsApp accounts.
There are plenty of dual messaging apps on the App Store that you can use as an alternative to a WhatsApp Business subscription.
- Download the Messenger Duo app for WhatsApp on your iPhone.
- After successful installation, open the application. It will show a QR code similar to WhatsApp Web.
- Get another device → open WhatsApp → go to “Settings”.
- After that, to connect your iPhone, select “Link device”and scan the code. Voila!
This is how you can add multiple WhatsApp accounts to your iPhone.
Double messenger
This app is similar to Messenger Duo. Here you also need to scan the WhatsApp Web QR code. Thus, you can use two WhatsApp accounts on your iPhone. In addition, it allows you to turn off automatic loading of WhatsApp images, hide last seen, change phone number without losing messages, etc. Also, you can use this dual messenger for Instagram, Facebook, Telegram, etc.
The main disadvantage of these third party apps is the amount of ads. However, the Messenger Duo for WhatsApp user interface is much more mobile-friendly than most other messaging apps available on the App Store.
FAQ
Unfortunately, it is not possible to use two WhatsApp accounts connected to the same phone number at the same time. If you try to register your WhatsApp number for WhatsApp Business, the old app will disable your number. And all your data and chats will be migrated to WhatsApp Business.
So that’s all for today, friends!
Now you can safely have two WhatsApp accounts on your iPhone without risking security when using third party apps. In addition, WhatsApp is constantly evolving. Meta recently released WhatsApp call link feature to schedule video and voice calls for a group. Check out other cool WhatsApp tips below.