Last Updated on
June 29, 2023
Written by
Kori Jagruti

WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, with over 2 billion users. In recent years, the app has added several features to make it more than just a messaging platform. One of the most exciting features, launched a few years ago, is the ability to make payments directly through the app. This convenient feature allows you to send and receive money from your contacts with ease and at your convenience.

In this article, we’ll show you how to use the payment feature on WhatsApp.

Set up your payment method

1. Open WhatsApp and click on the 3 dots (more options) button.
2. Tap on Payments.
3. Tap on Add Payment Method.
4. Select your bank from the list of banks that support UPI payments.
5. Follow the instructions to link your bank account to WhatsApp.

Send money to a contact

1. Open the chat with the contact you want to send money to.
2. Tap on the attachment icon (paperclip) and select Payment.
3. Enter the amount you want to send and add a note if you want.
4. Tap on Send.

Request money from a contact

1. Open the chat with the contact you want to request money from.
2. Tap on the attachment icon (paperclip) and select Payment.
3. Enter the amount you want to request and add a note if you want.
4. Tap on Request.

Check your payment history

1. Open WhatsApp and click on the 3 dots (more options) button.
2. Tap on Payments.
3. You will see a small list of your transactions.
4. To check the whole history, click on the “See More” button, which will be available below.

Conclusion

The payment feature on WhatsApp is a convenient way to send and receive money from your contacts. With just a few taps, you can easily make payments without leaving the app. However, it’s important to ensure that you have set up your payment method correctly and that you only send money to trusted contacts.