: Starting September 8, 2026 , support will increase again, requiring at least Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) .
While you can no longer download the app from the Google Play Store on older devices, here is the current state of compatibility and your available options: Official Support Status Minimum Requirement: Your device must run at least Android 5.0 to receive official updates and security patches. Deprecation: whatsapp for android 442