WhatsApp is undoubtedly the most used messaging platform out there. With over an astounding 2 billion active users, we use the app from across the globe. Therefore, to make itself user-friendly, it also offers us several languages to select and use. Although English is the primary language used on WhatsApp, you can easily change it according to your needs. Let’s get started!
How to Change Language on WhatsApp
Now you do not have to worry about navigating your way across WhatsApp interface if you do not know English. Simply change to the language of your choice and have fun talking to your friends and family. Keep reading to see how.
Method 1: Via Android
You can easily change the language on WhatsApp from your Android device in two ways.
Option 1: From WhatsApp
Follow the steps to directly access WhatsApp and change any language:
- Open WhatsApp and tap on the hamburger icon from the top right corner.
- Tap on Settings.
- Tap on App Language.
- Select any language of your choice.
WhatsApp will change its interface to your selected language.
Option 2: From Phone’s Settings
You can also change the language from your phone settings and automatically use it on WhatsApp. Here’s how:
Note: The language options may vary from users to users on their Android devices.
- Open Settings and tap on System settings.
- Tap on Language.
- Drag the language of your choice to the top by holding the three lines.
- Tap on Change to [language].
- Open WhatsApp.
This way your language will be changed on WhatsApp.
Method 2: Via iPhone
Since WhatsApp follows whatever language you set on your phone, the only way to change it on iPhone is by directly changing the settings. Check out how to do the same:
- Open Settings and tap on General.
- Tap on Language & Region.
- Tap on Add Language. . . under PREFERRED LANGUAGES.
- Select the language of your choice.
- Tap on Use language from the pop up confirmation window Would you like to use the language as your primary language?
- Open WhatsApp.
WhatsApp will now be opened under your selected language on iPhone.
Method 3: Via Desktop
Lastly, you can also change the language from the WhatsApp web app. Here’s what you need to do:
- Log in to your WhatsApp and click on the settings icon at the bottom left corner.
- Click on General.
- Click on System default under Language.
- Select any language of your choice.
This way you have successfully changed the lamguage on WhatsApp.
How Do I Change the Language in the Keyboard on WhatsApp?
You can also change your keyboard language and use it on WhatsApp.
Method 1: Via Android
Let’s check out how to add a new language on your keyboard and use it on WhatsApp from your Android device:
- Open Settings and tap on System.
- Tap on Languages & input.
- Select the language of your choice under Add a language.
- Open WhatsApp and tap on the globe icon next to the spacebar of the virtual keyboard.
- Select your added language.
This way you will be able to type and send texts on WhatsApp in a different language.
Method 2: Via iPhone
Similarly, you can also do the same from your iPhone. Follow the steps mentioned below to the same:
- Follow the steps 1-6 under the heading, How to Change Language on WhatsApp, Method 2: Via iPhone.
- Then, open WhatsApp and tap on the globe icon at the bottom left of the virtual keyboard.
That’s it, you will be able to access your selected language on WhatsApp.
Why is My WhatsApp in a Different Language Without Changing?
Even if you have not directly changed a language from WhatsApp, if your phone’s language is set to a different one, the platform will automatically change its interface according to the phone settings.
Also Read: How to Automatically Translate WhatsApp Messages
We hope that by following the methods shown in this guide, you have understood how to change language on WhatsApp. Keep catching up with TechCult for more such new tech related walkarounds. If you have any suggestions or queries, do reach out to us in the comment section.
