> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.risponse.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connect WhatsApp

> Link your WhatsApp number to Risponse by scanning a QR code, so your team can read and reply to chats from one shared inbox.

Connecting a number brings its chats and groups into your Risponse inbox. You do this by linking Risponse as a device, the same way you link WhatsApp Web.

## Before you start

* Have the phone with your WhatsApp number in your hand.
* Make sure you can open your Risponse workspace.
* Use a regular WhatsApp or WhatsApp Business app number. 

> [!WARNING]
>
> If the number is brand new, do not connect it right away. Read [warm up new numbers](https://docs.risponse.com/get-started/warm-up-new-numbers.md) first.

## Link your number

**1. Open the connect screen**

Sign in to Risponse. On the getting started screen, choose the option to scan a QR code. 

**2. Open Linked devices in WhatsApp**

On your phone, open WhatsApp settings and tap **Linked devices**, then **Link a device**.

**3. Scan the QR code**

Point your phone camera at the code on your computer screen.

**4. Wait for the first sync**

Risponse loads your chats and groups. This can take a few minutes if you have many. Your inbox fills in when it finishes.

> [!TIP]
>
> If the scan fails, the code may have expired. Ask for a fresh QR code on the screen and try again.

## Good to know

* Everything the number is part of will sync, including groups.
* To add or remove people in a group, the connected number must be an admin of that group.
* You can restart, resync, or remove a number later from your number settings. 

## Related

* [Multi-number inbox](https://docs.risponse.com/features/multi-number-inbox.md)
* [Best practices](https://docs.risponse.com/get-started/best-practices.md)


## Related topics

- [Bulk message logs](https://docs.risponse.com/bulk-messaging/logs.md)
- [Introduction](https://docs.risponse.com/index.md)
- [Chats not loading](https://docs.risponse.com/troubleshooting/chats-not-loading.md)
- [Set up your account](https://docs.risponse.com/get-started/setting-up-your-account.md)
- [Best practices](https://docs.risponse.com/get-started/best-practices.md)


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