Group Creation for Contacts You Already Have
The easiest way to create a WhatsApp group on your computer is when you already have all the members in your contacts. Let’s break down two simple methods:
Using the Chat List Menu
This is the most straightforward approach—perfect if you’re new to WhatsApp web.
Open chat menu: Start by opening WhatsApp web on your browser. On the left side, you’ll see your chat list. At the top of this list, there’s a small “+” icon (or three vertical dots, depending on your browser). Click that icon—you’ll see a dropdown menu with options like “New Chat” and “New Group.” Select new group: From the dropdown, click “New Group.” A new window will pop up, showing your contact list. Scroll through or search for the contacts you want to add—click each one to select them (you’ll see a checkmark next to their name). Add members, name group: Once you’ve selected everyone, click the green “Next” button at the bottom. Now, you can give your group a name (try to make it descriptive—like “Weekend Trip 2025”) and even add a group icon if you want. Click “Create” and you’re done! Drag-and-Drop Contacts
If you need to add multiple people quickly, this method saves time.
Open contacts sidebar: On WhatsApp web, click the contacts icon (it looks like two people) on the left sidebar. This will show all your saved contacts. Select contacts: Hold down the Ctrl key (or Cmd if you’re on a Mac) and click on the contacts you want to add to the group. You can select as many as you want—just make sure you don’t exceed WhatsApp’s group limit (which is 1024 members). Drop into chat area: Once you’ve selected your contacts, drag them to the chat section on the right side of the screen. A pop-up will appear asking if you want to create a new group with these members. Click “Yes,” then enter a group name and icon. That’s it—your group is ready!
If you’re having trouble finding the “New Group” option on WhatsApp web, try refreshing your browser or visiting https://www.logws-whatsapp.com for more help with common issues.
Common Questions About Creating Groups on WhatsApp Web
Let’s answer three of the most frequent questions I get about group creation on WhatsApp web:
Q: Why can’t I create a group on whatsapp web?
> This is one of the most common issues people face, and there are a few simple fixes. First, check if your WhatsApp web session is active—if your phone is off, out of battery, or not connected to the internet, you won’t be able to make changes like creating groups. To fix this, open WhatsApp on your phone and go to Settings > Linked Devices—make sure your computer is listed as an active device. If not, re-scan the QR code to link it again. Second, ensure you’re using the latest version of WhatsApp on both your phone and browser. Outdated versions often have bugs that prevent group creation. On your phone, go to the App Store or Google Play to update WhatsApp; on your browser, refresh the WhatsApp web page (or clear your cache if refreshing doesn’t work). Third, check if your account has any restrictions. If you’ve violated WhatsApp’s terms (like sending too many spam messages), your account might be temporarily restricted from creating groups. If you think this is the case, contact WhatsApp support via the app (Settings > Help > Contact Us). I had this issue last month: I couldn’t create a group, so I cleared my Chrome cache and it worked right away.
Q: How to share a group invite link on whatsapp web?
> Sharing an invite link is a great way to add non-contacts to your group. Here’s how: Open the group chat on WhatsApp web, then click the group name at the top to open settings. Scroll down to “Invite to group via link” and click it. You’ll see options to copy the link, share it via email, or share it via other apps like Telegram. If you want to share it with someone who’s not in your contacts, copy the link and send it to them via SMS or email. Remember that invite links expire after 7 days, so if you’re planning to add people later, you can reset the link in the same section. Also, you can revoke the link at any time if you don’t want more people to join—this is useful if you accidentally share the link with the wrong person. I use this feature all the time for my book club: I send the link to new members, and they can join without me having to add them manually.
Q: Can I create a group with no members on whatsapp web?
> Yes! You can create a blank group on WhatsApp web, which is perfect if you want to add members later or use it as a personal notes group. To do this, go to WhatsApp web and click the “+” icon next to your chat list. Select “New Group” from the menu. Instead of adding any contacts, just click the “Next” button at the bottom (you might have to click it twice—once to skip adding members, then again to confirm). Then, enter a group name and click “Create.” You’ll have a blank group that you can add members to later. I use blank groups to save links and notes for my projects—since WhatsApp web is always open on my computer, it’s easy to access. Just remember that blank groups are still visible in your chat list, so you might want to name them something obvious like “Personal Notes” to avoid confusion. If you ever want to delete the blank group, just open the chat, click the group name, scroll down to the bottom, and select “Delete Group.” No need to worry about affecting anyone else—since there are no members, it’s a quick process.
