Science and Technology Desk: One of the new features that have recently arrived on WhatsApp is the channel. WhatsApp's regulatory body, Meta, launched this feature in 150 countries including Bangladesh a few days ago. Earning at home and other benefits will be available through this channel! So as soon as the feature came, the net world was in a hurry.
Whatsapp channel
According to Meta, WhatsApp users can create communities by creating channels. Not just social contacts, there are several ways through which there is also an opportunity to earn money.
Product sales facility
Various merchandises and accessories are also available to be sold through the WhatsApp channel. Even if one does not have any business, he can promote various graphics templates, e-books, online courses, digital products, etc. through the WhatsApp channel.
Ways to earn by showing catalogs
Small businesses can reach customers through this channel. You can show your catalog through chat. And they have the opportunity to take orders and provide payment support.
Earn by sending links
Affiliate marketing is a marketing system where the seller pays a portion of the profit to that account as a commission when a product or service is sold by an external website in an affiliate network. This is one of the most popular ways to earn online today. And WhatsApp channel also has that opportunity. You can send subscribers and followers links to products that you can earn from.
Creating workshops
Many have great skills in cooking, painting, photography, cinematography etc. You can create workshops on WhatsApp channels on these topics. A charge can be taken from the customers. Since WhatsApp has the facility of video, audio calls, you can also do one-on-one coaching.
Advantages of freelancing
Freelancing has become a popular career choice for many in the current digital age. There are multiple platforms for freelancing. But since WhatsApp is a personalized app, there is an opportunity to showcase your skills very transparently with clients. If you love to write or know good graphics designing and programming then you can create your own channel and provide that service to your followers.
How to create WhatsApp channel?
For that first you need to open WhatsApp. Then go to the update tab and click on the + icon. As soon as you click on this option, you will get the New Channel option. Click on it. Now click Get Started and follow the on-screen instructions. Then create an account with the channel name. After giving the channel name you will see customization options.
As reported by tech website Gizmochina, the feature will be available in the latest versions of Android, iOS and desktop. But this feature is still new. So many accounts have the option to subscribe but may not have the option to create a channel. Because it will take time to fully open this feature to everyone.