How to Use WhatsApp on Your Apple Watch
here is no Official version for Apple Watch, but you can still enjoy WhatsApp functionality by learning how to receive WhatsApp notifications and send and receive messages on Apple Watch.
Get WhatsApp Notifications on Apple Watch
WhatsApp does not have an official app for Apple Watch. That’s why you’re limited to the basics like getting message notifications on your Apple Watch and choosing to respond by choosing from a list of simple, quick replies.
turn on WhatsApp Messenger notifications on your Apple Watch;
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Open Settings on your iPhone.
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Go to Notifications.
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Scroll down and select WhatsApp.
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Turn on the Allow Notifications toggle switch.
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Select Show in Notification Center and Show on Lock Screen.
Also enable Sounds, Badges and Banners if you want.
Now that these settings are enabled, configure your Apple Watch to reflect notification alerts from WhatsApp:
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Open the Watch app on your iPhone.
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Go to Notifications.
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Scroll down to WhatsApp and enable the Notification button.
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You will now receive WhatsApp notifications on your Apple Watch.
Functionality is limited. You can’t start a new message, use voicemail, or write a reply. You can choose from a list of simple response options such as Hello, What’s up, OK, or On the way.
Chatify for WhatsApp on Apple Watch
Chatify puts WhatsApp on your wrist. Use it to send and receive WhatsApp messages, view chat images, listen to voice messages, view emojis and stickers, and see when people are replying.
Chatify for WhatsApp is not an official WhatsApp application created by Facebook. As with all third-party apps, be careful when sharing your information.
Chatify acts as a messaging suite for the Apple Watch. Dozens of apps in the App Store serve the same function. If you are not satisfied with Chatify or are afraid of user reviews, you can use an alternative app. WatchChat is a $2.99 app with excellent reviews. WatchUp supports voice messages, pictures and emojis. Search the App Store to find the one that suits you best.
To set up Chatify on your Apple Watch, make sure your Apple Watch is properly paired with your iPhone and updated to the latest version. Sign in to WhatsApp on your iPhone.
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Download Chatify for WhatsApp from the App Store on your iPhone.
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Open Chatify on your Apple Watch. You will be presented with a QR code to scan using WhatsApp.
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Open WhatsApp on your iPhone and select Settings > WhatsApp Web/Desktop > Scan QR Code.
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Scan the QR code displayed on your Apple Watch with your iPhone camera.
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WhatsApp messages now appear on your Apple Watch. You can also reply directly from your wrist.
Chatify offers a $4.99 upgrade to Chatify Premium. The upgrade unlocks additional features like faster download speeds and expanded search capabilities.