WHATSAPP is the most popular messaging app in the world, so it’s hard not to feel left out if you haven’t got access yet.
If you haven’t downloaded over a lack of a SIM card, fear not, because you can still make use of the messaging app.
To use WhatsApp without a SIM card you can use an existing landline
Can WhatsApp work without SIM number?
It can – and it’s easy to set up.
All you need to make use of WhatsApp without a SIM number is an Android tablet, iPad or PC.
These devices normally don’t have a SIM card, however, it doesn’t mean that you can’t make use of your account.
How to use WhatsApp without a SIM card
To use Whatsapp without a SIM card you can use an existing landline.
To do so:
Open WhatsApp on the device that you’ll be making use ofEnter your home phone or landline numberWait for the verification by SMS to indicate that it failed – it should take five minutesAfter the SMS failure, you can choose the option ‘Call Me’Click it and you should get a phone call on your home phone landlineThe automated call will tell you a verification code and it will repeat it for six time for you take note of itEnter it in WhatsApp were indicatedYou’re ready to make calls and send chats
How to set up WhatsApp with a VOIP number
A VOIP is a voice over internet protocol that uses an internet connection to make and receive calls instead of an international landline.
You don’t need a phone number to contact someone, you simply need an internet connection.
This is mostly used by businesses, as they’ll have many calls going out and coming in from international numbers and so it might be easier to use a VOIP rather than a landline.
Before setting up WhatsApp, you will need to purchase a VOIP phone system and you can do so from tech shops such as Currys and Argos.
Now you’re ready to set up WhatsApp and with the VOIP, you can even download WhatsApp Business.
To do so:
Open WhatsApp on the device you’ll be using itEnter the VOIP you’ll be usingChoose to receive a call rather than SMSThe call will give you a verification code to enterYou’re ready to use WhatsApp once verified
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