WhatsApp: no activation SMS - what to do?

If you do not receive an activation SMS from Whatsapp, there can be several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem.

Did not receive an activation SMS from WhatsApp

• When registering, make sure that you have selected "Germany" as the country and "+49" as the area code.
• For example, if your cell phone number is "0172 123456789", you must not type the zero at the beginning. Just enter "172 123456789". The prefix "+49" already exists and replaces the first zero.
• If you still do not receive an SMS with the confirmation code, you can have a call made after the waiting period has expired. The option appears after a few minutes.
• If the problem really does not solve itself, you can contact the support at the email address " " as a last step and describe your problem.

You can find even more tips on the popular messenger in another practical tip.