Create broadcast list in WhatsApp - how it works

In this practical tip, we explain how to create a broadcast list in WhatsApp. You can use these lists to send a message to multiple contacts at the same time.

WhatsApp broadcast lists: reach several contacts at the same time

You can download WhatsApp for free on CHIP: for Android and iOS.

1. In WhatsApp, tap the Chats tab.
2. On the iPhone, select Broadcast Lists in the top left. Then tap New List at the bottom. On Android devices, tap the three dots in the top right corner and then tap New Broadcast .
3. Add the contacts to be included in the broadcast list using the plus symbol.
4. Once you've added at least two contacts, you can tap Create in the top right.

Bypass broadcast lock

The forwarding function of WhatsApp has been restricted since mid-January 2019 to reduce the spread of spam. If you still want to forward a message to many contacts, you can use the broadcast function.

• Create a new broadcast list with the desired contacts.
• Open the newly created broadcast chat and paste the message you want to forward. You can simply copy this from the original chat and paste it here.
• As soon as you send the message, it will be sent to all selected contacts.

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