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From 2025, WhatsApp can no longer be used on these mobile phones

From 2025, WhatsApp can no longer be used on these mobile phones

For users of some devices, WhatsApp will no longer be functional. However, the web version of the application remains usable.


An alternative is to back up your data and switch to a new, updated phone that supports the latest versions.

WhatsApp will also stop working in May 2025 for some slightly newer Apple models, including the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus.

Models affected by the updates:

Android devices:

Samsung: Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note II, Galaxy Ace 3, Galaxy S4 Mini

HTC: One X, One X+, Desire 500, Desire 601

LG: Optimus G, Nexus 4, G2 Mini, L90

Sony: Xperia Z, Xperia SP, Xperia T, Xperia V

Motorola: Moto G (1st generation), Droid Razr HD, Moto E (1st generation)

Nokia: Lumia 920, Lumia 1020

Huawei: Ascend P6, Ascend Y300

ZTE: ZMAX, Grand X

iOS devices:

iPhone 5

iPhone 5c