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\n Insert your new SIM (or keep the old one in for now)<\/h3>\n
You do NOT need to swap SIMs before changing the number in the app \u2014 WhatsApp verifies via a code, not the physical SIM. If your new SIM is already in the phone, that’s fine. If you want to receive the verification code on the new number, insert the new SIM now and make sure it has signal.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n\n Go to Settings \u2192 Account \u2192 Change Number, then tap Next. This is the only correct way to switch \u2014 never delete and reinstall the app, as that risks your history and group spots.<\/p>\n Type your current (old) number in the top field and your new number in the bottom field, each with the correct country code. Double-check the digits, then tap Next. WhatsApp uses this to migrate your account across.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n\n You’ll be asked to notify your contacts. Choose “All contacts,” “Contacts I have chats with,” or “Custom.” Confirm, then enter the 6-digit verification code sent to your new number. Once verified, your account \u2014 chats, media, and groups \u2014 is now on the new number.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n<\/section>\n\n Using Change Number keeps all conversations, media, and voice notes exactly as they were \u2014 nothing is deleted.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n Your membership and admin roles carry over automatically. No re-invites needed for any group or networking directory.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n The “notify contacts” option means you never have to manually text hundreds of people. WhatsApp sends an automatic message so clients and friends know your new number \u2014 no more worrying they’ll message the old one and think you’re ignoring them.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n No. As long as you use Settings \u2192 Account \u2192 Change Number (instead of reinstalling), your entire chat history, media, and voice notes move to the new number automatically. Back up first as an extra safety net.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n No. Your group memberships and any admin roles transfer with your account. You won’t need to be re-invited to any group or networking directory.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n Either works, but the simplest path is: back up, insert the new SIM so you can receive the verification code, then use the Change Number tool in the app. WhatsApp verifies with a code sent by SMS, so the new SIM just needs to receive that message.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n During the process WhatsApp offers to notify your contacts automatically. Choose all contacts or only those you chat with, and it sends the update for you \u2014 no manual texting required.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n Yes \u2014 and you should. Never uninstall to change numbers. The built-in Change Number feature does everything safely while keeping your data and groups in place.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n You can still change the number as long as you can access the WhatsApp account on your device. 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\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n\n Enter your old and new numbers<\/h3>\n
Choose who to notify, then verify<\/h3>\n
Your chats stay intact<\/h3>\n
You keep your groups<\/h3>\n
Let WhatsApp tell your contacts for you<\/h2>\n
Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n \n
Will I lose my chat history when I change my number?<\/h3>\n
Do I lose my WhatsApp groups if I change numbers?<\/h3>\n
Do I insert the new SIM first, or change the number in the app first?<\/h3>\n
How do my contacts find out about my new number?<\/h3>\n
Can I change my number without deleting the app?<\/h3>\n
What if my old number is already disconnected?<\/h3>\n