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How to Fix WhatsApp Video Call Rotate Problem

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WhatsApp has launched video calling for its users to make the process of connecting people easier.

Video calling will help the users to make video calls using iPhone, Android and other Windows phone devices.

This step of WhatsApp is focused on making your personal communication easier by allowing you to see the faces of your friends and family while talking to them.

However, some users are having problems with video calling which causes their screens to rotate upside down automatically.

In this guide, I will tell you how to fix the WhatsApp video call auto-rotation or upside-down problem on iOS or Android.

Why is the video call automatically rotating on WhatsApp?

The video call is automatically rotating on WhatsApp because the screen rotation option is enabled on your iOS or Android device.

On your iOS device, if you have disabled “Portrait Orientation Lock” feature, it will rotate your screen automatically based on the position of your phone.

Same is the case with android phone, if you have enabled the “Auto-rotate” option, it will rotate your screen automatically based on the position of your phone.

In some cases, WhatsApp app might be facing some glitches and you can fix it by rebooting your android phone.

How to fix WhatsApp video call rotate problem

To fix the WhatsApp video call rotate problem, your best bet is to force stop and open WhatsApp again.

In addition, you can also try turning off the screen rotation option or rebooting your phone.

Fix 1: Force stop and reopen WhatsApp

For iOS users:

  1. Swipe up from the bottom to the middle of your screen.
  2. To force stop the app, scroll to the WhatsApp card and swipe up.
  3. Reopen WhatsApp and try to make video calls.

For Android users:

  1. Go to the Settings app and select “Apps”.
  2. Choose “See all apps” and select “WhatsApp”.
  3. Select “Force Stop”, choose “Storage & cache”, and select “Clear cache”.
  4. Reopen WhatsApp and try to make video calls.

Fix 2: Turn off screen rotation

For iOS users:

  1. From the top right corner of the screen, swipe down.
  2. To turn on the Portrait Orientation Lock feature, tap on the lock icon.
  3. Reopen WhatsApp and try to make video calls.

For Android users:

  1. From the top of the screen, swipe down twice.
  2. Tap on the “Auto-rotate” feature until it changes to “Portrait”.
  3. Reopen WhatsApp and try to make video calls.

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To join WhatsApp Beta for iOS devices, it is necessary for you to install TestFlight from the App Store, go to the TestFlight website of WhatsApp, and install WhatsApp Beta.

For Android devices, you have to go to the testing program website of website to be a tester and update the application.

You will be able to update app’s features and share your feedback with the help of WhatsApp Beta.

Your personal calls and messages will be secured using end-to-end encryption.

It indicates that no one outside of your app or chats will be able to listen or read your chats.

In this article, I will tell you how to download or join WhatsApp Beta for iOS or Android devices.

How to Join WhatsApp Beta for iOS

  1. First of all, install TestFlight from the App Store.
  2. Go to TestFlight and agree to the terms and conditions.
  3. Visit this link: https://testflight.apple.com/join/krUFQpyJ and open in TestFlight.
  4. To join WhatsApp Beta, select “Accept”.
  5. To install WhatsApp Beta, select “Install”.
  6. Go to WhatsApp Beta to start testing it.

#1 Tip: If you don’t want to use WhatsApp Beta, you can remove the app whenever you want.

#2 Tip: To stop testing, go to TestFlight, choose “WhatsApp” Beta, and choose “Stop Testing”.

How to Join WhatsApp Beta for Android

  1. Visit this link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.whatsapp.
  2. Sign in to your Gmail account.
  3. After that, choose “Become a tester”.
  4. Go to the Google Play Store and search for “WhatsApp”.
  5. If the update button is not available, you need to wait for a few minutes.
  6. Tap on the “Update” button to update it.
  7. Go to WhatsApp to start testing it.

#1 Tip: You may have to wait for a while to get the Beta update.

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How to Fix Chat Lock Not Showing on WhatsApp

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WhatsApp has a new Chat Lock feature that will provide an extra layer of security to keep your private conversations safe.

When you lock a chat, it will be shifted to another folder that can be used with your biometric or password.

The feature is introduced to protect your privacy if your family or friends use your phones.

You have to tap on the person or group and select the lock option to lock it.

WhatsApp will add more chat lock options such as the ability to set custom passwords.

In this article, I will tell you how to fix Chat Lock not showing, missing, or not working on WhatsApp for iOS and Android.

Why is Chat Lock not showing on WhatsApp?

The Chat Lock option is not showing on WhatsApp because you are not using the latest version of the app.

Otherwise, the feature is not launched in your country yet.

Some iOS and Android devices do not have the Chat Lock feature.

The reason behind it is that WhatsApp is rolling out this option to everyone gradually.

How to fix Chat Lock not showing on WhatsApp

To fix Chat Lock not showing on WhatsApp, the first thing you need to do is to update your app to the newest version.

For Android users, you can also join WhatsApp Beta, contact the support of WhatsApp or wait until the features are introduced in your region.

Solution 1: Update WhatsApp

  • Go to the App Store or Google Play Store.
  • Find “WhatsApp”.
  • After that, tap on the “Update” button.
  • Go to WhatsApp and tap the name of a person or group.
  • To lock the chat, select “Chat Lock”.

Solution 2: Join WhatsApp Beta

  1. Visit this link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.whatsapp.
  2. Sign in to your Gmail account.
  3. After that, choose “Become a tester”.
  4. Go to the Google Play Store and search for “WhatsApp”.
  5. If the update button is not available, you need to wait for a few minutes.
  6. Tap on the “Update” button to update it.
  7. Go to WhatsApp and tap the name of a person or group.
  8. To lock it, select “Chat Lock”.

Note: You may have to wait for a while to get the Beta update.

Solution 3: Contact WhatsApp support

  1. Visit this link: https://www.whatsapp.com/contact/?subject=messenger.
  2. Provide your phone number and email address.
  3. Tell them how you use WhatsApp.
  4. Enter your message (for instance, I don’t have the Chat Lock option).
  5. Select “Next Step” accompanied by “Send Question”.
  6. Wait for 1-3 business days to get WhatsApp’s response.

Solution 4: Wait until the feature is available for you

  • The Chat Lock feature is not rolled out to all users yet.
  • If you do not see the option, you need to wait for a few days or weeks for it to be available for you.

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How to Fix “No valid QR code detected” on WhatsApp

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Are you facing a “No valid QR code detected” error on WhatsApp?

You can get the error when you try to scan the QR code on WhatsApp Web.

You can use WhatsApp Web from your computer to send and receive messages.

This helps you to mirror your phone messages using your android phone.

You have to use the QR code and scan it to use WhatsApp Web from the website.

However, some users are reporting issues while scanning the QR code.

In this article, I will tell you how to fix “No valid QR code detected” on WhatsApp Web when you’re scanning it.

Why is no valid QR code detected on WhatsApp Web?

No valid QR code is detected on WhatsApp Web because WhatsApp cannot scan the QR code unless it is zoomed in.

You can also get this error due to a bug/glitch on WhatsApp’s end.

On WhatsApp Web, many users are getting problems with scanning the QR code.

Here are some of the complaints which are available online:

“The error persists even though I’ve reinstalled the app and ensured that my internet and Wi-Fi connections are normal”.

“I’ve updated my laptop and browsers but it still says “No valid QR” on both Chrome and Microsoft Edge”.

“I think everyone is having the same error. Maybe they will release an update to fix it soon”.

“It seems that it’s a bug from WhatsApp. Many of my friends face the same issue”.

“I’m definitely having the same problem. It started happening like 2 days ago”.

According to the reports, it seems to be that the QR code issue on WhatsApp is affecting the users around the globe.

How to fix “No valid QR code detected” on WhatsApp

To fix “No valid QR code detected” on WhatsApp, you can try zooming in your browser to 120% or higher in terms of percentage.

Apart from that, you can also access “Linked Devices” or “Connected Devices” and scan the QR code on the website.

There is another way to fix it including clearing the site data and the cookies for the WhatsApp Web.

Fix 1: Zoom in your browser to 120% or higher

  • For Chrome users: Hold the CTRL key and press “+” until it reaches “120%” or more, and try scanning the QR code again.
  • For Microsoft Edge users: On the right of the URL field, click on the three dots and click on the “+” icon next to the “Zoom” feature until it hits “120%” or more, and try scanning the QR code again.

Fix 2: Go to Linked Devices / Connected Devices

  1. Go to the WhatsApp mobile app.
  2. Access the menu by tapping on the three dots on the right or “Settings”.
  3. Choose “Linked Devices” or “Connected Devices”.
  4. To log in to Web WhatsApp, scan the QR code.

Fix 3: Clear cookies and site data

  1. Visit the website: https://web.whatsapp.com/.
  2. Click on the lock icon on the URL.
  3. After that, select “Cookies and site data”.
  4. Now, choose “Manage cookies and site data”.
  5. Lastly, click on the trash icon for all of the WhatsApp domains.

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3 Ways to Fix WhatsApp Verification Code Not Sending

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Is the WhatsApp verification code or security code not sending and do you want to fix it?

Have you requested an SMS code from WhatsApp but you’re not getting it?

If you are not receiving the code, you won’t be able to use WhatsApp.

You can get this error when you’ve enabled the 2-Step Verification feature.

You can also get this error if you’ve entered the correct region code and phone number.

In this article, I will tell you 3 ways to fix a WhatsApp security or verification code not sending or not received.

Why is WhatsApp not sending me a security code?

WhatsApp is not sending you a security code because their contact is blocked by you.

It can also be a result of entering wrong number and region code.

For instance, if you’re a resident of Singapore, your region code is +65.

If you’ve entered another region code, you won’t be able to receive the security code from them.

Another thing you need to remember is to make sure that your internet connection is working.

How to fix WhatsApp verification code not sending

To fix WhatsApp verification code not sending, the first thing is to unblock your blocked contacts and try to resend it.

If you’ve enabled 2-Step Verification on WhatsApp and you are not getting the code, you have to disable it by going to WhatsApp from your old phone.

If all these fixes fail, the last resort is to contact WhatsApp support on the app or from the website to get help.

Method 1. Unblock your contacts

Here is a step by step guide on how to unblock your contacts on iOS:

  1. Go to the Settings app.
  2. Scroll down and select “Phone”.
  3. Choose “Blocked Contacts”.
  4. Tap on “Edit” and tap on the “-” icon on all numbers.
  5. After that, resend the WhatsApp verification/security code again.

Here is a step by step guide on how to unblock your contacts on Android:

  1. Go to the Phone app.
  2. Tap on the three dots icon.
  3. Choose “Settings” accompanied by “Blocked numbers”.
  4. Select the “X” icon accompanied by “Unblock” on all numbers.
  5. After that, resend the WhatsApp verification/security code again.

Method 2. Turn off 2FA from a device that’s signed in to WhatsApp

Note: This solution is only working for those who have 2FA enabled for WhatsApp. If your 2FA is disabled, you can skip this method.

  1. Access WhatsApp app on a device that’s currently logged in (for instance, if your old phone is still connected to WhatsApp, you can still access it there).
  2. Visit the Settings > Account > Two-Step Verification > Turn Off.
  3. Force close WhatsApp and open it again.

Note: If your old phone is already signed into WhatsApp, then you can switch off 2FA and it will bypass the verification/security code process.

Method 3. Contact WhatsApp support

Use WhatsApp app to contact:

  1. Go to the WhatsApp mobile app.
  2. Settings > Help > Contact Us.
  3. Tell them that you’re not getting the verification/security code.
  4. Select “Next” or “Send via Email” and follow the instructions on the screen.

Use WhatsApp web to contact:

  1. Visit this link https://www.whatsapp.com/contact/?subject=messenger.
  2. Provide your phone number and email address.
  3. Choose the device that you’re using WhatsApp for instance, Android.
  4. Tell them that you’re not receiving the verification/security code.
  5. Select “Next Step” and keep following the instructions on the screen.

You can take this as an example or inspiration, “Hi WhatsApp, I’ve entered my phone number and region code correctly but I’m not receiving a verification code. Kindly help me to access my account”.

The WhatsApp team will take 1-3 business days to reply to you.

They will contact you via chat or email.

WhatsApp may take longer to respond to you due to an increased number of reports.

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