How to Create Channel in Whatsapp [New Feature 2023]

With WhatsApp being the top messaging platform with over 4 billion users worldwide, the social media giant recently announced in India the latest feature of creating channels in WhatsApp. This new feature would be rolled out to over 150 countries and would bring private updates to many organizations, influencers, and many more.

Why is Channel Important in Whatsapp?

Channel in WhatsApp offers numerous benefits for individuals and businesses. It allows you to efficiently communicate with a large group of people at once, saving time and effort. Whether you want to stay connected with friends, coordinate activities with a team, or promote your business to a wider audience, then WhatsApp channel is the perfect solution. When you create a channel in WhatsApp, you can streamline communication, keep everyone informed, and foster a sense of community.

Sooner you would discover the power of Whatsapp channels and the new possibilities it would unlock for effective communication. Let's continue.

Let's Create Your First Whatsapp Channel

1. Creating Your Whatsapp Account

For you to set up your first Whatsapp Channel you need to have a standard WhatsApp account which i'd teach you in this step.

1. Start by downloading the WhatsappApp from the App Store or Play Store or for PC across your devices.
2. Once downloaded, open the app and follow the prompts to create a new account.
3. You will need to enter your phone number and verify it with a code sent to you via SMS.
4. After verifying your phone number, you can set up your profile by adding a name and profile picture.

Take some time to explore the app's settings and customize them according to your preferences. With your Whatsapp account set up, you're now ready to create your channel and start communicating with a large audience.

2. Create Your WhatsApp Channel

Now that you have set up your Whatsapp account in the previous step above, it's time to create your own channel! The process is simple and straightforward. Let's get started

1. Open WhatsApp and navigate to the "Updates" tab.
2. Look around and find Channels then tap on the plus icon "+" beside it then create channel.
3. You would see a prompt screen, click continue.
4. Choose a name for your channel and add a profile picture if desired also add description for your channel too.
5. Click on "Create Channel" then you are done.

Congratulations! You have successfully created your Whatsapp channel and can now start sending messages to your audience.