Whatsapp has been updating its features with each passing day. Recently, WhatsApp came up with a bots feature. It is similar to the bots on Telegram. However, it is only for business WhatsApp accounts as of now. It might come to regular users, but not anytime soon. However using the bots, telecom operators have come up with bots that will provide you with some handy services via WhatsApp. In this article, we will discuss how to recharge using WhatsApp. By following this article, you will know how to recharge via WhatsApp on Jio, Airtel, and Vi. So, without any further ado, let’s head into the article.
Telecom Recharge Using WhatsApp
As mentioned above, using the new features of WhatsApp such as bots and UPI payments telecom operators such as Vi and Jio have come up with their bots. These WhatsApp bots allow users to get multiple self-services on the go. Users using these bots can just help themselves with various services offered by their operators. These services include:
A few days ago Jio has launched its WhatsApp bot that gives you some handy features on the go. You just need to save the number 7977111111 in your contacts with your preferred name. This will give you assistance 24/7, whenever you need it.
How to Recharge Jio Using WhatsApp
After you save the number you need to follow the steps below to recharge your number:
Open WhatsApp and refresh contacts.
Now search for that saved number bot which we said to save.
Send a ‘Hi’ message to the number. You will receive a reply.
If your WhatsApp is registered with the same Jio number then you will get a welcome message with your number mentioned.
Now you have to tap on the ‘Main Menu.’ Here select the ‘Jio SIM recharge’ and tap ‘SEND’.
Now select ‘Jio Mobile Recharge’ and tap View all plans -> SEND.
Then you can recharge as per your plan selection and reply with 1,2,3.
Then select ‘Recharge Now’ and press ‘Continue’ on the prompt.
You will be redirected to the webpage for further payments.
On the other hand, if you are not using WhatsApp with a Jio number you can send ‘MOD’ -> ‘Change’ -> Mobile Number.
Then proceed from Step: 5.
Prepaid Recharge via WhatsApp on Vi
Vi also provides a WhatsApp bot to get services as per your need. For Vi, you need to save the number 9654297000 in your contacts as per your preferred name. Now you can follow the steps below to perform a recharge.
How to Recharge Vi Using WhatsApp
Open WhatsApp and refresh contacts.
Now search for that saved number bot which we said to save.
Send a ‘Hi’ message to the number. You will receive a reply.
You will receive a message asking what you want to explore, Prepaid, Postpaid, Join Vi Family.
Select ‘Prepaid’ for recharge or Postpaid for bill payment.
You will get a list of services that you get from the Vi WhatsApp bot.
Send ‘2’ for recharging, it will ask you that if you want to recharge for the same WhatsApp number or change it.
To change send ‘2’ or to continue to send ‘1’.
After changing you will need to verify your number via OTP.
Once verified you can browse plans and recharge online.
Currently, Airtel has not opted for WhatsApp bot services. So it does not offer any services as of now. However, you need not worry as we will update this article as soon as Airtel gets in.
How to Recharge Airtel Using WhatsApp
Here we will mention the easy steps for Jio and Vi. We will update the article once Airtel comes with this service.
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