WhatsApp released its new version which supports UPI payments and it is released back in 2018 for few users now it is available for almost all users.
Requirements to enable WhatsApp UPI payments
- Create a WhatsApp account with the mobile number linked to your bank account.
- SMS balance
How to create Whatsapp UPI
Almost everyone uses Whatsapp. If not download it from Google Play Store and register your mobile number. (We have not tested this in IOS)
Open Whatsapp and click on the Top 3 dots and select Payments Option.
Next, you have to add a payment option. Click on Add payment Method.
Next, you will see crores of people are already using payments on WhatsApp. Click on continue.
Now Accept their terms and privacy policy. Click on Accept and continue.
Select your bank account.
verify your mobile number. Your sim must have an SMS Balance are Main balance ( some Mobile networks must need SMS balance like VI)
Whatapp won’t allow taking screenshots just click on continue for 3 times.
why use whatsapp
WhatsApp Messenger is a FREE messaging app available for Android and other smartphones. WhatsApp uses your phone’s Internet connection (4G/3G/2G/EDGE or Wi-Fi, as available) to let you message and call friends and family. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, calls, photos, videos, documents, and Voice Messages.
: • NO FEES: WhatsApp uses your phone’s Internet connection (4G/3G/2G/EDGE or Wi-Fi, as available) to let you message and call friends and family, so you don’t have to pay for every message or call.* There are no subscription fees to use WhatsApp.
• MULTIMEDIA: Send and receive photos, videos, documents, and Voice Messages.
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FREE CALLS
: Call your friends and family for free with WhatsApp Calling, even if they’re in another country.* WhatsApp calls use your phone’s Internet connection rather than your cellular plan’s voice minutes. (Note: Data charges may apply. Contact your provider for details. Also, you can’t access 911 and other emergency service numbers through WhatsApp).
• GROUP CHAT: Enjoy group chats with your contacts so you can easily stay in touch with your friends or family.
• WHATSAPP WEB: You can also send and receive WhatsApp messages right from your computer’s browser.
• NO INTERNATIONAL CHARGES: There’s no extra charge to send WhatsApp messages internationally. Chat with your friends around the world and avoid international SMS charges.*
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• ALWAYS LOGGED IN: With WhatsApp, you’re always logged in so you don’t miss messages. No more confusion about whether you’re logged in or logged out.
• QUICKLY CONNECT WITH YOUR CONTACTS: Your address book is used to quickly and easily connect you with your contacts who have WhatsApp so there’s no need to add hard-to-remember usernames.
• OFFLINE MESSAGES: Even if you miss your notifications or turn off your phone, WhatsApp will save your recent messages until the next time you use the app.
• AND MUCH MORE: Share your location, exchange contacts, set custom wallpapers and notification sounds, email chat history, broadcast messages to multiple contacts at once, and more!
*Data charges may apply. Contact your provider for details.
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