Keep the installer on a USB drive for offline setups.

You cannot create an account on a PC; you must link it to an existing mobile account. Open WhatsApp on your smartphone. Step 3: Access Linked Devices Tap the three dots (Menu) > Linked Devices. iOS: Go to Settings > Linked Devices. Step 4: Scan the QR Code

Ensure both your PC and your phone have a stable connection during the initial sync. Alternative: WhatsApp Web

If you cannot install software on your PC, you can bypass the download entirely. Simply go to ://whatsapp.com in your browser. It offers nearly the same functionality as the desktop app without requiring a manual download or installation.

Ensure you have a specific build that works with your OS.