Whatsapp Tips and Tricks: Unveiling WhatsApp Communities-Definition and Creation Guide

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In the age of digital communication, WhatsApp has emerged as a ubiquitous platform for connecting with friends, family, and colleagues. This article explores the concept of WhatsApp communities, elucidating what they are and providing a comprehensive guide on how to create one.

Understanding WhatsApp Communities

WhatsApp communities are groupings that unite members based on specific topics. These communities, accessible to anyone, offer a platform for creating new topic-based groups or incorporating existing WhatsApp groups. They serve as a centralized space where diverse groups, such as neighborhoods, school parents, or workplace teams, can seamlessly connect. This facilitates efficient organization of group conversations across interconnected groups. For instance, one could establish a WhatsApp community for a local basketball club, incorporating existing groups for individual teams while creating a new group for coordinating club-wide activities.

Creating a WhatsApp Community: Step-by-Step Guide

From Android:

  1. Open the WhatsApp app.
  2. Navigate to the Communities tab.
  3. Tap on "New community" or "Start your community."
  4. Choose "Get started."
  5. Enter the community name, description, and add an icon.
    • Community name limit: 100 characters.
    • Description should provide an overview of the community.
    • Add a community icon by tapping "Add photo."

6.Tap the checkmark icon to finalize.

From iOS:

  1. Open WhatsApp.
  2. Go to the Communities tab.
  3. Select "New Community."
  4. Tap "Get Started."
  5. Enter the community name, description, and icon.
    • Community name limit: 100 characters.
    • Description should convey the community's purpose.
    • Add a community icon by tapping "Edit."

6.Tap "Create."

Note: WhatsApp Business app does not support community creation.

Community Announcements on WhatsApp

Within a WhatsApp community, members receive community announcements. Admins have the exclusive ability to send announcements, broadcasting updates and other pertinent messages to all community members. Members can view the community size and mute announcement notifications. Leaving community announcements also results in exiting the community.

By demystifying WhatsApp communities and providing clear instructions on their creation, this guide aims to empower users to leverage these groups for streamlined and focused communication.