WhatsApp to end support for older iPhones from May 5; Android devices also affected
WhatsApp will end support for older iPhones and Android devices, affecting models such as iPhone 5 series and iPhone 6 series, and Android devices running versions below Android 6. Users on unsupported devices will lose access to WhatsApp services, including messaging features.
WhatsApp is ending support for several older smartphones, affecting both iPhone and Android users, to improve security, performance, and compatibility with new features. The messaging platform will no longer support iPhones that cannot run iOS 15.1 or later, including iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus. Devices on unsupported iOS versions will gradually lose access to WhatsApp services. WhatsApp will also phase out support for Android devices running versions below Android 6 from September 8, 2026. Users are advised to back up chats and media, check for available software updates, and upgrade to a newer device if their phone is no longer supported. Without action, users may lose access to messaging, calls, and app functionality once support ends.
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