WhatsApp will cease support for several older devices starting May 5, 2025, requiring iPhones to run iOS 15.1 or later and Android devices to have version 5.0 or newer. This change will impact iPhone models like the 5s, 6, and 6 Plus, as well as feature phones running KaiOS versions older than 3.0, including JioPhone, Nokia 8110 4G, and others. The move aims to enhance security, improve performance, and accommodate new features by focusing on current operating systems. Users of affected devices are encouraged to upgrade their phones to continue accessing WhatsApp services seamlessly, ensuring compatibility with the app’s latest updates.
WhatsApp to end support for older devices starting may 2025.
