{"id":8832,"date":"2023-09-26T10:31:56","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T08:31:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/realtime.li\/analytics\/?p=8832"},"modified":"2023-11-18T18:11:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-18T17:11:46","slug":"how-to-measure-traffic-from-whatsapp-channels-in-real-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nowmetrix.com\/analytics\/how-to-measure-traffic-from-whatsapp-channels-in-real-time\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Measure Traffic from WhatsApp Channels in Real-Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Recently, WhatsApp introduced a new feature called ‘Channels’ worldwide. Drawing inspiration from Telegram, this feature allows both individuals and businesses to consistently inform their followers and connect with a broader audience directly within the app.<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Here’s a complete guide on WhatsApp Channels: understanding its purpose, discovering prominent channels to join, and the process to start your own.<\/p>

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What are “Channels” in WhatsApp?<\/h3>\n

Differing from mainstream platforms such as Twitter (X), Instagram, and Facebook, which allow public interactions on their public profiles, WhatsApp’s “Channels” act as a broadcast tool. Here, followers can only respond to updates or participate in polls without engaging in direct conversation.<\/p>\n

After a discreet debut in June, many celebrities, artists, sports teams, and prominent businesses and brands have warmly welcomed the “Channels” feature. Several of them are even partnering with WhatsApp to increase its popularity. While this isn’t an entirely fresh concept (originally seen on Telegram), the global introduction of WhatsApp’s “Channels”, combined with its strong privacy protections for both admins and followers, has caused its swift uptake.<\/p>\n

To access this new addition, ensure your WhatsApp is up-to-date. After doing so, navigate to the fresh ‘Updates’ section, and you’ll spot the new ‘Channels’ feature.<\/p>\n

Create a new WhatsApp Channel<\/h3>\n

Although WhatsApp has indicated in their posts that channels are available for everyone, this isn’t currently accurate.<\/p>\n

For now, WhatsApp allows only specific individuals and entities to set up channels.<\/strong> However, this limitation is anticipated to shift soon. Once it’s open to all, you can follow the procedure below to start your channel:<\/p>\n