How to Download WhatsApp on iPad: Step-by-Step Guide, Setup Process, and Key Things to Know

If you've been waiting to use WhatsApp on your iPad, the wait is finally over. Meta has officially launched the WhatsApp app for iPads, and it's now available to download from the Apple App Store for all compatible models.

Whether you're setting it up for the first time or unsure how to use it on your iPad, here's a simple step-by-step guide to help you get started.

✅ How to Download WhatsApp on iPad

Follow these quick steps to download the official WhatsApp app on your iPad:

Open the App Store on your iPad.

Search for "WhatsApp" using the search bar.

Locate the official WhatsApp Messenger app in the results.

Tap the “Get” button next to the app.

Authenticate the download with your Apple ID password, Face ID, or fingerprint.

Wait for the app to download and install on your iPad.

📲 How to Set Up WhatsApp on iPad

Once WhatsApp is installed, here’s how to pair it with your primary device:

Open WhatsApp on your iPad.

Tap the three-dot menu at the top-right corner.

Select “Set up as Companion Device.”

A QR code will appear on the screen.

On your phone, open WhatsApp and go to “Linked Devices.”

Tap “Link a Device” and scan the QR code shown on your iPad.

That's it! Your iPad is now successfully linked and can be used to access WhatsApp messages and media.

⚠️ Important Notes

WhatsApp for iPad currently works only as a companion device.

You cannot register a new phone number or use the iPad as your primary WhatsApp device.

Your chats and data sync seamlessly from your primary device.

📷 WhatsApp iPad Setup – At a Glance

Step 1: Set up iPad as a companion

Step 2: Scan QR code from your phone

Step 3: Start using WhatsApp on iPad

📌 Final Thoughts

The official WhatsApp app for iPad finally bridges the gap for iOS users wanting a bigger screen experience. While it doesn’t support native phone number registration just yet, the companion device setup works flawlessly for most users.