City (Lord Media): If you are using an iPhone that is 10 or 11 years old, WhatsApp will no longer be available on these devices starting November 2026. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp support for older iPhones is being discontinued.
Currently, iPhones require iOS 15.1 or later to use WhatsApp, but soon this requirement will be raised to iOS 15.5.
Users of older iPhones will need to update their operating systems to iOS 15.5 or later to continue using WhatsApp.
WhatsApp continuously improves user interface and privacy settings, introducing modern features.
Previously, from September 8, 2026, WhatsApp support will end for Android phones operating on systems earlier than Android 6.