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How to Make WhatsApp Calls on a PC or Mac

September 27, 2022
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What you should know

  • First go to settings > Linked Devices > Link a device.
  • Then scan the QR code in the WhatsApp desktop app for Windows or macOS.
  • Open a chat and select the voice call or video call icon to start a conversation.

This article will show you how to make free voice and video calls on Windows and an Apple Mac. Make sure the WhatsApp desktop app is installed and updated for your operating system.



How to call on WhatsApp desktop

WhatsApp has a standard cross-device interface. WhatsApp also syncs messages across devices, making the app easy to use regardless of the platform.


Note:

WhatsApp supports desktop calling on Windows 10 64-bit version 1903 and later and macOS 10.13 and later. Only one-to-one calling is currently supported, although group calling may be included in future updates. You also need a microphone and camera connected to your computer to make calls. Video calls are not supported on devices without a camera.


How to make WhatsApp voice calls on Windows or macOS

Here’s how to use WhatsApp Desktop on Windows or macOS to make voice calls over a working internet connection.


  1. Open the WhatsApp for Windows or macOS app and follow the onscreen instructions to link to the WhatsApp app on your phone.


  2. Open WhatsApp on your phone.


  3. Go to settings > Linked Devices > Link a device.


  4. Scan the QR code on the desktop app with the WhatsApp scanner on your phone.


  5. On WhatsApp Desktop, select the contact you want to make the WhatsApp call to.


  6. Choose voice call Symbol.


  7. Allow access to the microphone.

    Note:

    Select on Windows Go to settings > Privacy & Security > microphone. On macOS, select To allow to give WhatsApp access to the microphone.

  8. Choose to end a call to end the connection when the call is over.


How to make WhatsApp video calls on Windows or macOS

The video call button is next to the voice call. Follow the same steps to link the mobile app to the desktop app before starting a video call over the web.


  1. Open the WhatsApp for Windows or macOS app.


  2. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the WhatsApp app on your phone.


  3. Open WhatsApp on your phone and go to settings > Linked Devices > Link a device.


  4. Scan the QR code on the desktop app with the WhatsApp scanner on your phone.


  5. Select the contact for the WhatsApp call.


  6. Choose video call next to the voice calls icon.


  7. Give WhatsApp access to the camera and microphone on the desktop.

    Note:

    Select on Windows Go to settings > Privacy & Security > microphone. On macOS, select To allow to grant WhatsApp access to the microphone and camera.

  8. Choose to end a call to end the connection when the call is over.


How to switch between voice and video calls on WhatsApp

You can also quickly switch a contact from a voice call to a video call.


  1. Start a voice call with a contact.


  2. Hover over the camera Icon during the call. You will see them Please switch to video call Mouseover information over the camera icon.


  3. Choose camera Symbol. The contact will receive a request to transition on their mobile or desktop app.


  4. They can choose whether they want to click OK or Switch Switch or select call Cancel reject and keep the voice call.


FAQ

  • How to record WhatsApp calls?

    On an Android phone, use the built-in voice recorder app: start the WhatsApp call, open the voice recorder app and select recording. For iOS, you need a workaround. You can put your call on speakerphone and record it with an audio recorder using another phone’s voice recorder app or your laptop.

  • How do I block WhatsApp calls?

    How to block a WhatsApp contact from receiving their calls on iOS: Go to settings > Account > privacy > clogged > Add new. Select the contact you want to block. On Android, tap More options > settings > Account > privacy > Blocked Contacts > Add to. Select the contact you want to block.

  • How to mute WhatsApp calls?

    To mute calls from a specific contact, swipe the contact up and tap their name. Choose Custom Notifications and activate the function. In which call notifications section, select ringtone and choose none > Save on computer. Turn off Vibrate. You will not receive call notifications from this contact.


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