How can you change your WhatsApp number?

Changing your WhatsApp number involves a few steps to ensure that your account continues to work seamlessly with your new number. Here's how you can change your WhatsApp number:

1. **Open WhatsApp**: Launch the WhatsApp application on your phone.

2. **Access Settings**: Tap on the three dots (menu) at the top right corner of the screen to open the Settings menu.

3. **Account Settings**: Select "Account" from the Settings menu.

4. **Change Number Option**: Look for the option "Change number" and tap on it.

5. **Enter Old and New Number**: You will be prompted to enter your old phone number (current WhatsApp number) and your new phone number. Make sure you have access to both phones as WhatsApp will verify the new number with a verification code.

6. **Verification**: WhatsApp will send a verification code to your new phone number via SMS. Enter this verification code when prompted by WhatsApp.

7. **Completion**: Once verified, your WhatsApp account will be migrated to the new number. Your contacts will see your new number in their WhatsApp contact list.

8. **Notify Contacts (Optional)**: WhatsApp gives you the option to notify all or selected contacts about your number change. This sends a notification to your contacts informing them about your new number.

### Things to Note:
- Changing your WhatsApp number does not migrate your chat history between numbers. Your chat history remains on your phone and will still be accessible as long as you haven't deleted it.
- If you use WhatsApp Business, the process is similar but may have additional options specific to business accounts.
- Ensure you have a good internet connection during the process to avoid any issues with verification.

By following these steps, you can smoothly transition your WhatsApp account to a new phone number while keeping your chat history intact and notifying your contacts about the change if desired.