Starting September 8, 2026, WhatsApp will drop support for versions older than Android 6. Users will still be able to access WhatsApp as long as they are on the latest supported version of the app and running Android 6 or newer.
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Story about: | Android support update |
| When does it take effect: | September 8, 2026 |
| Compatibility: | Only Android 6 and newer versions will be supported in the future. |
| Thanks: | Akan and Federico Trevisani, for testing and reporting. |
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