WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, with over 2 billion users. With so many people using WhatsApp, it’s important to know how to view your own WhatsApp login details in case you ever need to recover your account.
Viewing your WhatsApp number
The easiest way to see your WhatsApp login details is to view the phone number associated with your WhatsApp account. This can be done right within the WhatsApp app on your phone:
- Open WhatsApp on your phone
- Tap on the 3 dot menu icon in the top right corner
- Select Settings
- Tap on Account
- You will see your WhatsApp number listed at the top under the “Two-step verification” section
This will display the phone number that is tied to your WhatsApp account. Since your phone number is your username on WhatsApp, this effectively shows you your WhatsApp login details.
Finding your WhatsApp number on Android
For Android users, there is another way to see your WhatsApp number if you don’t have the app installed or can’t open it for some reason:
- Go to your phone’s Settings app
- Select Apps & notifications (may be called Applications or Application manager on some devices)
- Tap on WhatsApp
- Scroll down and select Storage & cache
- Your WhatsApp number will be listed here under Mobile number
This displays the phone number associated with your WhatsApp account by checking the app data stored on your device.
Locating your WhatsApp number on an iPhone
On an iPhone, you can find your WhatsApp number through your Apple ID account details:
- Go to Settings
- Tap on your name at the top (your Apple ID)
- Select iCloud
- Tap on Manage Storage Plan
- Scroll down and tap on WhatsApp
- Your WhatsApp number will be listed here
This shows you the phone number linked to your WhatsApp by checking your iCloud backup data associated with WhatsApp.
Using WhatsApp Web to view your number
If you use WhatsApp Web on your computer, you can also find your WhatsApp number there:
- Go to web.whatsapp.com
- Scan the QR code with your phone to link the device
- Once linked, click on the 3 dot menu in the top right of the web app
- Your WhatsApp number will be listed in your profile details
This displays your WhatsApp number right within the WhatsApp Web interface for easy access.
Recovering your number through email confirmation
If none of the above options work because you can’t access WhatsApp itself, you can try recovering your number through your confirmation email when you first signed up:
- Open your email inbox and search for a WhatsApp confirmation email
- Look for an email with the subject “Your WhatsApp code” or similar
- This email will contain the number you signed up with in the body text
You should be able to find the WhatsApp verification email that was sent when you first created your account. Your number will be shown in the text of this email.
Contacting WhatsApp support
As a last resort, you can try contacting WhatsApp directly if you cannot access your number through any other method:
- Go to WhatsApp’s Lost/Stolen Account contact form
- Fill in your email address and phone number if possible
- Explain that you have lost access to your number and cannot log in
- WhatsApp can then assist in recovering your account and number
While WhatsApp does not provide live customer service, their support team may be able to help recover your WhatsApp number if you cannot access it through other means.
Enabling two-step verification
To make sure you never lose access to your WhatsApp account, it’s highly recommended to enable two-step verification once you regain access to your number. Here’s how:
- Open WhatsApp and go to Settings > Account > Two-step verification
- Tap Enable
- Confirm with your six digit PIN
- Provide an email address to link to your account
- Tap Next and confirm your email address
With two-step verification enabled, your WhatsApp account will be much more secure. You will need to enter a six digit PIN when registering your number on a new device. This prevents unauthorized logins even if someone else gains access to your phone number.
Backing up your WhatsApp data
It’s also important to regularly back up your WhatsApp messages and data to avoid losing your chat history if you ever need to restore your account. WhatsApp provides multiple backup options:
- Google Drive (Android): Chat backups will be saved periodically to your linked Google Drive account
- iCloud (iOS): Your chat history will be included in your encrypted iCloud backups
- Local storage: You can create manual backups locally on your device storage or SD card
As long as you have your WhatsApp number and a recent backup available, you can fully restore your WhatsApp account and messages if needed.
Key takeaways
Here are some key points to remember about accessing your WhatsApp login details:
- Your WhatsApp login is the phone number associated with your account
- This number can be found within WhatsApp settings or your device app data
- If you can’t access WhatsApp, look for your verification email or contact support
- Enable two-step verification and regularly back up chats for added security
- With your phone number, you can always recover and restore your WhatsApp account
Frequently asked questions
Can I have more than one WhatsApp account?
Officially, WhatsApp only allows one account per phone number. However, there are some workarounds where you can use tools like parallel space apps to clone WhatsApp and log in with a different number on the same device.
How do I change the number for my WhatsApp account?
You can change your WhatsApp number by going to Settings > Account > Change Number. You will need access to the new phone number you want to use for verification. All your chat history will be erased when changing numbers.
What happens if I delete my WhatsApp account?
Deleting your WhatsApp account erases your account info and chat history. You can sign up again with the same number after deleting your account. The deletion can take up to 90 days to fully complete.
Can someone else register my number on WhatsApp?
It is possible for someone else to register your number if they have access to it. This is why enabling two-step verification is important to prevent unauthorized logins. With 2SV, a PIN is required when registering your number.
How do I recover my WhatsApp if my phone is stolen?
If your phone is lost or stolen, contact WhatsApp support right away to suspend your account. You can restore your account on a new device using your number, two-step PIN, and email for verification. Restoring a recent backup will recover your chat history.
Conclusion
Your WhatsApp login details consist of the phone number associated with your account and two-step verification PIN if enabled. This number can be found in the app settings, device app info, WhatsApp Web, or your initial confirmation email. Enabling two-factor authentication and regularly backing up your chats are great ways to secure your account. With access to your phone number, you can restore your WhatsApp login and recover your chat history if your phone is ever lost, stolen or damaged.