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Everything About WeChat Accounts

Recently some people that were referred by my WeChat students asked me how to use their Singapore WeChat account while in China.  

There are some that asked how to open another WeChat account. There was one student that wanted to open their WeChat account from another phone and asked if she can access her WeChat account from more than one phone. 

Finally, a common question is why should one open another WeChat account? Let me answer them and more in this article. 

 1. Limit of one WeChat account
As you may know, one WeChat account can have a maximum of 5,000 friends. If you are like me going to hit 5,000 friends in a few weeks time, you need to have another account opened to stand by

 2. How many WeChat apps can my phone install?
The answer is you can install more than one WeChat app on your phone if you are using phones like Xiami, Samsung or Huawei. 

 3. Can my WeChat app access 2 WeChat accounts?
Yes, you can. Go to 'Me' page, select settings, and go to the bottom and you can see 'Switch account' option.  Here you can easily switch to another WeChat account if you have one. 

 4. What do I need to open another WeChat account?
A mobile number, not one that you have already registered a WeChat account. 

 5. Can I use my WeChat account in China?
Yes of course.  You can use your WeChat Wallet in China too if you have opened it. 

 6. What is WeChat Official Account? Is it the same as my WeChat account?
WeChat Official Account is a business account.  Anyone can open up to 2 official accounts as long as you have a registered business.  Official accounts are like mini websites where you can conduct business and interact with your followers. 

 7. Can I delete my WeChat account and open another one?
Sure.  But one mobile number can only open one WeChat account

 8. Can I leave my WeChat account inactive but don't close it in case I want to use it later?
Can. But after 3 months of non-usage, you cannot log in into your WeChat account unless you perform some verification procedures. 

 9. Can I change the language of my WeChat account?
Can. Go to 'Me' page, then settings, then language.  There are 21 languages to choose from. 

 10. What is the value of one WeChat account with 5,000 friends?
Unless your WeChat friends are inactive, dormant or already ceased, the current market value of one normal WeChat account with 5,000 friends ranges from 1,000 to 5,000 Chinese Yuan. 

11. Can someone hack into my WeChat account?

Can.  If you use WeChat daily you will know if your account is hacked or not.  You can report the hacking to the company at email service@wechat.com

 12. Can I change my WeChat account name?
You can always change your WeChat account name anytime.  

But your WeChat ID cannot be changed if you have done one change.  To know if your WeChat ID can be changed or not, simply go to your Me page and click on your own photo.  You will see your ID there and will know if you can change it or not.

 13. Do I Need to Put My Own Photo in my WeChat Account Profile?
Not necessary.  But putting your own face makes you more transparent and trustworthy.

 14. Someone used my profile photo to create another WeChat account.  How?
Report to the company immediately

 15. Can I link my WeChat account to my Facebook and others?
Yes, you can link your WeChat account to your Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and e-mail.  If you link your WeChat to your Facebook account, all your WeChat Moments posts will be automatically posted on your Facebook account. But since August 2018 to now, this feature is temporarily disabled. 

 Author: Andy Wu.  Andy Wu is a WeChat trainer with 22 years of training and consulting experience. Contact him at andythecoach@gmail.com or text to him at 65-93672286 if you have any questions regarding WeChat, including how to learn WeChat at zero cost. 
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