WhatsApp setup in Exeter
Professional whatsapp setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
WhatsApp installed on your phone and properly explained. I'll show you how to send messages, make calls, share photos - all the features your family keep telling you to use, explained patiently without jargon.
Stay Connected Without the Confusion
Your kids/grandkids are in a WhatsApp group chat sharing photos and making plans, and you're missing out because the app looks completely baffling. Or you've installed it but can't figure out how to actually send a message. Or you accidentally video called someone at 3am and now you're too scared to touch it.
💡 Pro tip: WhatsApp is just text messaging that's free and works over WiFi. If you can send a normal text message, you can do this. Promise.
Why Patient Setup Matters
Family members install it, say "it's easy," then rush off leaving you confused:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Features explained at your pace | "Just press the green button" (which one?) |
| You practice sending messages | Installed but no idea how to use |
| Written notes for later reference | Vague hand-waving then they leave |
| Questions welcomed and answered | Made to feel stupid for asking |
What You Get
🔧 Complete Setup
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Install | App downloaded and account created |
| Verify | Your phone number verified with code |
| Contacts | Import contacts, identify who uses WhatsApp |
| Tutorial | Send messages, make calls, share photos - all shown clearly |
| Practice | You try it while I'm there to help |
📦 You're Left With
- Working WhatsApp account
- Understanding of how to send messages
- Confidence to use it daily
- Written notes if helpful
- Someone to call if you get stuck later
Pricing Guide
Patient explanation takes time:
| Setup Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic setup and tutorial | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Extended practice session | 45-60 mins | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). We go at your pace - no rushing.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Keep in touch - family's on WhatsApp, you want to join
✅ Free calling - relatives abroad, want free video calls
✅ Photo sharing - grandkids send photos, want to see them
✅ Tech anxiety - family's impatient, need calm explanation
Why Choose Us for WhatsApp setup in Exeter?
App installed and account verified
Contacts imported and organized
Main features clearly explained
Shown how to send messages and photos
What to Expect
Step 1: Install & Verify
I download WhatsApp from the App Store or Google Play, help you create an account using your phone number, and verify it with the code they text you. All the initial setup bits that are fiddly.
Step 2: Contacts & Setup
Your phone contacts get imported automatically. I'll show you who's already on WhatsApp (they'll have a green tick) and explain how to find people. Set up your profile with a name and photo if you want.
Step 3: Learn to Use It
This is the important bit - I actually show you how to use WhatsApp, not just install it. How to send a message, how to reply, how to share a photo, how to call someone. You try it while I'm there so I can help if you get stuck. I write down the key steps if that's useful.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to set it up yourself? Here's the simple approach:
🔧 What you'll need
- Smartphone (iPhone or Android)
- Mobile number
- WiFi or mobile data
📱 Installation steps
- Open App Store (iPhone) or Play Store (Android)
- Search for "WhatsApp"
- Tap Install/Get
- Open WhatsApp when installed
- Enter your phone number
- Wait for verification code via text
- Enter the code
- Done - you're set up
💬 Basic usage
- Send message: Tap contact name, type in box at bottom, press send arrow
- Make call: Tap contact name, tap phone icon at top
- Video call: Same but tap camera icon instead
- Share photo: Tap paperclip icon, choose photo, send
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Accidentally starting video calls (tap phone icon not camera)
- Sending messages to wrong person (check name at top)
- Not realizing blue ticks mean they've read it
- Deleting conversations thinking it saves space
- Not backing up chats (settings > chats > chat backup)
💡 Pro trick: If you're worried about accidentally calling someone, you can mute the video call notification or just be aware that the phone icon is voice, camera icon is video. Take a second to check which one you're pressing.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
👨👩👧👦 Family group chats? Your family probably has a WhatsApp group. Once you're set up, they can add you to it so you see all the messages and photos. I'll explain how groups work and how to mute them if they get too chatty.
Backup photos? WhatsApp photos aren't automatically saved to your phone. I can show you how to save the ones you want to keep, or set it to auto-download everything if you prefer.
Need more help later? If you get stuck after I've left, you can call me back. Sometimes it takes a few days of actually using WhatsApp before questions come up, and that's completely normal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WhatsApp setup?
It's installing WhatsApp on your phone, verifying your number, importing your contacts, and most importantly - showing you how to actually use it. Sending messages, making calls, sharing photos, all explained clearly without jargon. Particularly useful for older people who want to keep in touch with family but find technology confusing.
Is WhatsApp free to use?
Yes, completely free. Messages, calls, video calls, all free as long as you've got WiFi or mobile data. No credit needed, no charges. That's why everyone uses it - it's free messaging and calling worldwide.
Can I use it if I'm not good with technology?
Absolutely - that's why this service exists. I set it up, show you step by step how to send messages and make calls, and explain it at whatever pace works for you. Write down the important bits if that helps. No question is too basic.
Will my existing contacts transfer over?
Yes - WhatsApp uses your phone's contact list. If you've got someone's number saved in your phone and they use WhatsApp, they'll appear automatically. I'll show you who's on WhatsApp and how to find them.
How long does setup and explanation take?
Usually 30-45 minutes - install the app, verify your number, import contacts, and go through how to use the main features at a comfortable pace. Can take longer if you want to practice sending messages or setting up groups during the session.
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