Do you have this phone? WhatsApp will no longer work on it

The reason is changes in the system requirements of the application, which forces users to update their hardware. Smartphones that do not meet the new requirements will not receive support or security updates.

WhatsApp: which phones will lose support?

The changes apply to phones with Android versions older than 5.0 and iOS versions below version 12. The models that will lose the ability to use WhatsApp include popular devices from Samsung, Apple, Motorola, Huawei, LG, Lenovo and Sony. This means that owners of these models will have to invest in newer hardware to continue using the application.

Which phone models will lose WhatsApp support?

• Samsung: Galaxy Ace Plus, Core, Express 2, Grand, Note 3, S3 Mini, S4 Active, S4 Mini, S4 Zoom
• Motorola: Moto G, Moto X
• Apple: iPhone 5, 6, 6S, 6S Plus, SE
• Huawei: Ascend P6 S, G525, C199, GX1s, Y625
• Lenovo: 46600, A858T, P70, S890
• Sony: Xperia Z1, E3
• LG: Optimus 4X HD, G, G Pro, L7

What to do when your smartphone is on the list?

If your smartphones are on the list, it is worth considering replacing the device with a newer one. Using an unsupported model may pose a security risk because you will no longer receive updates and security patches. The new equipment will provide access to the latest WhatsApp features and protect your data.

Why is WhatsApp ending support for older phones?

The change in WhatsApp’s technical requirements is due to the need to introduce new features and security features that are not compatible with older operating systems. Older phone models do not have the ability to update to the required software, which means the application will no longer work on them.

To check whether your smartphones will lose WhatsApp support, visit the app’s support page. There you will find a full list of models that will no longer be supported in the near future.