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Is your number on WhatsApp? Learn this simple trick to find out

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WhatsApp tips for privacy. Have you ever wondered if someone has your number saved in their WhatsApp contacts? Sometimes, people may have your number even if you didn’t give it to them, like if they got it from a mutual friend. While WhatsApp doesn’t have an official feature to check this, there is an easy trick that helps you find out. This method works using the app’s system and lets you see if your number is saved in someone’s phone. We’ll explain how to do it step by.

How to check if your number is saved on WhatsApp

To check if someone has your number saved on WhatsApp, the method differs slightly depending on whether you use Android or iPhone. Here’s how to do it:

For Android Users:

  1. Open WhatsApp.
  2. Tap the three dots in the top-right corner.
  3. Select “New Broadcast.”

For iPhone Users:

  1. Go to the “Chats” section.
  2. Tap on “Broadcast Lists” to create a new one.

Next, create a broadcast list by adding the numbers you want to check and one contact you know has your number saved. Once you have your broadcast list, send a simple message like, “Hi, how was your day?”
Read also: Read WhatsApp Messages Privately: 4 Simple Tricks to Avoid Blue Ticks

Understanding WhatsApp Message Flags: WhatsApp uses three types of checkmarks to show message status:

  1. Two gray checkmarks: The message has been delivered.
  2. Two blue checkmarks: The message has been read.
  3. One gray checkmark: The message wasn’t delivered, which may indicate the recipient doesn’t have your number saved.

This happens because WhatsApp requires the recipient to accept messages from contacts not in their address book. Keep in mind, the results may not always be accurate. The recipient’s privacy settings, lack of internet access, or not using WhatsApp anymore can affect the outcome. However, this trick can still provide some useful insights into who has your number saved.

The process works based on WhatsApp’s broadcast list system, where only people who have your number saved will receive your message. This method respects privacy while helping you figure out your contact list.