Planning to travel, work, or study in China? You’ll find that WeChat covers almost every aspect of daily life. With just a few simple steps, you can easily get started and enjoy a seamless experience in China.

Step 1: Download and Launch

Everything starts with the official app. For the best experience, make sure to download it through official channels:

● iOS users: Search “WeChat” in the App Store.

● Android users: Search “WeChat” in the Google Play Store.

Once downloaded, open the app and tap “Sign Up” to get started.

Step 2: How to Sign Up

Sign up with your mobile number: After tapping “Sign Up,” choose your country or region, enter your mobile number (international numbers are fully supported), set a password, and complete SMS verification.

Step 3: Additional Security Verification (if required)

If you are required to complete additional verification, here are some tips to help you pass it smoothly.

● QR Code Verification: You can ask another WeChat or Weixin user to scan the QR code with their WeChat or Weixin app to assist with your registration.

● Payment Card Verification: If no WeChat or Weixin users are available to assist, you can verify with a payment card by tapping 「Verify via Payment Card」> Follow the on-screen instructions to input the required information> Complete authentication (if any)> Complete your registration.

● Weixin Pay Verification: You can also verify through Weixin Pay by tapping 「Verify and Activate Weixin Pay」> Follow on-screen instructions to input the required information> Complete authentication (if any)> Set a payment password> Complete your registration.

Step 4: Explore More and Connect to Daily Life

Once registration is complete, congratulations! You’re ready to explore the rich world of WeChat:

● Seamless communication: Add friends and family, use the built-in translation feature to chat more easily, or bring people closer through video calls.

● Convenient payments: Just scan to pay and enjoy a seamless, cash-free experience. Weixin Pay supports a range of international bank cards.

● Discover more: Use WeChat’s built-in translation function to break down language barriers with ease, order takeaway or coffee through mini programs, and use Moments to record and share your travel experiences.

WeChat is committed to providing users with closer and more convenient connections in their daily lives in China. Whether you're staying for a short time or residing there long-term, WeChat can help you explore local life more easily and explore more exciting experiences!

WeChat Common Feature Guide

To help you better understand key information, we have compiled the following frequently asked questions. For more guidance, please visit the Help Center

Q1: Can I Register Multiple Accounts Under One Phone Number?

Q2: How do I set my WeChat ID?

Q3: How to Tell if I am Using a WeChat or Weixin Account？

Get Started with WeChat: Your Digital Life Assistant in China

Get Started with WeChat: Your Digital Life Assistant in China