Method for Mass Messaging Multiple WhatsApp Recipients (Applicable for Android and iOS Users)
Send WhatsApp Messages to Multiple Contacts
Sending the same message to multiple pals on WhatsApp is simpler than ever! With broadcast lists, you can quickly send a message to several contacts without creating a group chat. Here's how:
WhatsApp Broadcast Lists on iPhone
- Tap the Chats tab (two chatting bubbles) in WhatsApp.
- Press the green + button (plus sign).
- Choose New broadcast.
- Select the contacts you want to send the message to. You can select up to 256 contacts.
- Tap Create.
- Type your message and hit the green Send icon (paper airplane).
WhatsApp Broadcast Lists on Android
- Tap the Menu (three dots) in WhatsApp.
- Select New broadcast.
- Choose the contacts you want to add.
- Tap the green checkmark to create the broadcast list.
- Type your message and then press the Send button (paper airplane).
Happy messaging! Don't forget that only contacts with your number saved in their phonebook can receive broadcast messages. Check out the FAQs section for more details about using WhatsApp's broadcast lists.
Group Chats (Android and iOS)
If you want everyone to chat together and don't mind them seeing each other's messages, creating a group chat is a great alternative:
- Tap the green + button in WhatsApp.
- Select New group.
- Add the contacts you want to include and tap Next.
- Type a group name or subject and tap Create.
- Type your message and tap the Send icon (paper airplane).
Now, enjoy group chatting without worrying about broadcasting your message to every contact!
Forwarding Messages
Want to easily share a funny or interesting message with multiple peeps? Forward it! Here's how:
- Open the chat with the message you want to forward.
- Press and hold the message, then tap the Forward icon (curved arrow, depends on your platform).
- Select up to five contacts and tap the Send or Forward button.
Note: Recipients will see the message as forwarded, so use this feature wisely.
WhatsApp Web
You can send messages using WhatsApp Web, but it's a bit clunky compared to the mobile app:
- Set up WhatsApp Web on your computer.
- Write a message to a contact and hit the Send button.
- Copy the message and paste it into each chat you want to forward it to.
FAQs
Can I send media with broadcast lists?- Yes! You can send photos, videos, and documents with broadcast lists.
Can I customize group chat settings?- Yes, admins can choose "Only Admins" can post on group chats or "All participants" can post.
Are there forwarding restrictions?- Yes, you can only forward a message to up to five contacts at once. You can forward the same message multiple times as long as it's in batches of five contacts.
Ask Questions
Got more questions about WhatsApp messaging? Ask away!
Community Q&A
Q: I'm in a WhatsApp group. How can I contact only one person from the group?A: Make a new contact for that person, or delete everyone from the group except you and that person.
Q: Why does it only allow me to select five if I need to forward to more than that?A: WhatsApp limits you to select up to five chats for privacy. You can forward to more than five by repeating the same steps.
Q: How do I send multiple messages through WhatsApp?A: Select each message and send them, one by one. It doesn't support sending multiple messages simultaneously without coding.
Tips
To easily manage broadcasting and monitor group chats, use the WhatsApp Business App. To automate the process, consider using tools such as AiSensy, WOZTELL, or Manychat.
- For a more engaging approach to technology and social-media, you could use WhatsApp's broadcast lists to share entertaining content with a large number of contacts instantly.
- To keep the discussion focused, creating group chats for specific entertainment topics can be an effective way to utilize technology on WhatsApp, allowing participants to discuss their favorite shows, movies, or memes.
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