Hey there I am using WhatsApp - what does that mean?

If you've ever browsed your contacts on WhatsApp, you've likely come across the phrase 'Hey there! I am using WhatsApp'. This default status message is quite common but can often lead to confusion. What does it mean, and what purpose does it serve?

'Hey there! I am using WhatsApp' is the default status that appears on your profile when you first create a WhatsApp account. The phrase is straightforward; it simply indicates that the user is an active member of the WhatsApp community. Essentially, it's WhatsApp's way of saying, "This person is here and ready to connect."

WhatsApp statuses are a way for users to share text-based messages, photos, videos, and GIFs that disappear after 24 hours. However, unlike these temporary status updates, the default status message 'Hey there! I am using WhatsApp' is more permanent, remaining on your profile until you choose to change it.

That brings us to the customizable aspect of the status message. You are not bound to keep the default status. WhatsApp allows you to set a personalized status message that reflects your mood, shares an important update, or conveys a meaningful quote.

To change your status message, follow these simple steps:

Open WhatsApp and go to the 'Status' tab.
Click on 'My Status' if you're on an iPhone, or the three dots next to 'My Status' if you're on an Android.
Click on 'About and phone number', and a list of pre-set statuses will appear.
You can choose one of these, or create your own by clicking 'Edit' or the pencil icon.

In conclusion, 'Hey there! I am using WhatsApp' is simply the default status message indicating that a user is on WhatsApp. It's your platform's way of introducing you to the WhatsApp community. However, you're not tied to this default message and can customize your status to reflect your personal style, mood, or message to your contacts. So, make your status message as unique as you are and let it speak for you on WhatsApp.