The app includes two built-in options; one uses a photo as the source and the other leveragesgenerative AI.

These directions work on Android and iOS.

Select thestickertab, located next to the other tabs for emojis, GIFs, and avatars.

A WhatsApp conversation with the sticker creator menu

Choose how you want to create the sticker.

PickUse a phototo make a sticker from a picture, or selectGenerate with AIto describe the sticker with text.

If you picked the photo option, select an image to instantly remove its background.

Custom WhatsApp stickers

Additional options are available if you wish to edit your creation with text, scribbles, or emojis.

Your sticker will be sent to the recipient upon finalizing it.

It’s completely free to use and is available for both iOS and Android devices.

The Create Sticker options in the Sticker.ly app for Android

Download Sticker.ly for your gadget:

fire up the app and tap the blue+icon.

We’ll make an animated WhatsApp sticker for this demonstration.

Select a video from your library or tapGIFto load something from the gallery.

A custom animated sticker in the Sticker.ly app for Android

Import other items with theAddbutton, if you want, or include some text or emojis.

TapSaveto store the sticker in the default “My stickers” pack, or chooseNew Packto organize it elsewhere.

This is how they will be organized in WhatsApp when you browse your stickers.

The Add to WhatsApp button for a sticker in the Sticker.ly app

If you’re not already logged in, you’ll be asked to do so now.

Sign in and then tapSaveagain to continue.

Choose your sticker and then tapAdd to WhatsApp>Add.

Your sticker is now accessible from thestickertab in WhatsApp.