1. Save the Contact:
   • Open your phone's Contacts app.
   • Tap on the Add Contact or New Contact button (usually represented by a "+" icon).
   • Enter the person's name and phone number. Make sure to include the country code (e.g., +1 for the U.S., +44 for the U.K.) if it's an international number.
   • Tap Save to store the contact in your phone.
2. Open WhatsApp:
   • Launch the WhatsApp app on your device.
3. Refresh Contacts:
   • If the contact does not appear immediately, you may need to refresh your contact list. On Android, tap the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner and select Refresh. On iOS, pull down from the top of the contact list to refresh.
4. Start a Chat:
   • Tap the New Chat icon (speech bubble icon on Android or square and pencil icon on iOS).
   • Search for the contact by name or scroll through your contact list to find them.
   • Tap on the contact's name to open a chat window and start messaging.

If someone messages you first and you want to save their number:

• Open the chat with the unsaved number.
• Tap the contact's name at the top of the chat window.
• Select Add to Contacts or Create New Contact to save their information.

• If the contact does not appear in WhatsApp, ensure that the number is saved correctly in your phone's contacts and that WhatsApp has permission to access your contacts.By following these steps, you can easily add a new number to your WhatsApp contacts and start chatting!

Yes, WhatsApp requires a phone number to sign up for an account. However, it doesn't have to be your personal number; you can use an alternative number, such as a landline or a temporary number from a third-party app. Note that WhatsApp no longer allows the use of virtual phone numbers for account setup. Once you register, WhatsApp uses your existing phone number for communication.

To verify your phone number on WhatsApp, follow these steps:

1. Open WhatsApp: Launch the WhatsApp application on your phone.
2. Enter Your Number: Input your phone number along with the correct country code and press “Next”.
3. Receive Verification Code: Wait for a text message containing the verification code.
4. Enter the Code: Input the verification code in the app to complete the verification process.
5. Common Issues: If you do not receive the code, ensure that you have entered the correct phone number and country code.

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully verify your number on WhatsApp.