Grant WhatsApp Contact Permissions (If Not Already Granted)
Navigate to Apps & notifications (or "Apps," "Applications," depending on your Android version).
Find and tap on WhatsApp.
Tap Permissions.
Ensure Contacts permission is enabled (toggled on). If it's off, turn it on.
iPhone (iOS):
Go to your iPhone's Settings.
Scroll down and tap on WhatsApp.
Ensure Contacts permission is enabled (toggled on). If it's off, turn it on.
Step 2: Ensure Contacts Are Stored in Your Phone's Default Address Book
WhatsApp primarily pulls contacts from you israel phone number list r phone's main contact storage. This could be:
Google Contacts (Android): If you use a Google account, your contacts are usually synced there.
iCloud (iPhone): For iPhone users, contacts are typically synced with iCloud.
Device Contacts: Some phones also allow saving contacts directly to the device, though cloud sync is generally preferred for backup and accessibility.
Self-Check: Open your phone's native "Contacts" app. Can you see all the contacts you expect to see? If not, you need to ensure they are properly imported/synced into your phone's primary contact list first.
Step 3: Add New Contacts Correctly (Key for WhatsApp Recognition)
When adding a new contact you want to chat with on WhatsApp: