[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]WhatsApp will stop supporting Android versions 4.1 to 4.4.4 on October 24. Users with older Android phones will need to upgrade their devices to continue using the messaging app.
While this change may appear sudden, it’s important to note that Android 4.1 and 4.4.4 are quite outdated, released in 2012 and 2014, respectively. Google and Apple have already ceased providing security updates for these Android versions, making them risky to use.
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If you are currently on Android 4.1 or below, you must upgrade your device to Android 5.0 or a higher version. You can check your Android version by going to Settings > About > Android version. Failure to upgrade your device will result in WhatsApp no longer functioning after October 24, 2023.
Upgrading your Android phone is typically a straightforward process, often done over-the-air (OTA). To check for an OTA update, navigate to Settings > System > System update. If an update is available, you can download and install it from this screen. If your phone isn’t eligible for an OTA update, you may need to manually upgrade it by downloading the firmware update file from your phone manufacturer’s website and then installing it.
WhatsApp is discontinuing support for older Android phones to ensure the app’s security and reliability for all users. Older Android versions are more vulnerable to security threats, so discontinuing support for them helps protect users. Furthermore, older Android versions may not be capable of supporting WhatsApp’s latest features and functionality, and ending support for them ensures that all users have access to the best possible experience.
For iPhone users, WhatsApp will continue to work on devices running iOS 12 or later.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
