Full List Of Phones WhatsApp Will No Longer Work On From May 2025

Users of older mobile phones will no longer be able to access WhatsApp from May 5, 2025, as the messaging platform phases out support for select devices.

Due to modifications in its compatibility with out-of-date operating systems, the well-known messaging software will no longer be supported on a number of older smartphones as of May 5, 2025.

Meta, the company behind WhatsApp, explained, “The changes are part of regular updates to ensure the app stays secure and functional while working with newer phones.”

Most users won’t be impacted by the upgrade, but those who continue to use devices that are more than ten years old may be disconnected.

iPhones Losing Support:

• iOS versions earlier than 15.1
• iPhone 5s
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 6 Plus

Although some iPhones can be updated to meet the new requirement, these specific models can only be upgraded to iOS 12.5.7, which is no longer compatible with WhatsApp’s latest version.

These phones were originally released in 2013 and 2014.

Android Phones Affected (since January 1, 2025)

The first wave of WhatsApp incompatibility hit on January 1, 2025, when the app dropped support for Android’s KitKat OS and older versions.

While a few KitKat devices may still work with a system update, many older models no longer receive updates from their manufacturers.

In actuality, very few people who have successfully kept their phones working for so long will have to be concerned. It’s worthwhile to see if your phone is on the list if that describes you.

Samsung:

• Galaxy S3
• Galaxy Note 2
• Galaxy Ace 3
• Galaxy S4 Mini

Motorola:

• Moto G (1st Gen)
• Razr HD
• Moto E 2014

HTC:

• One X
• One X+
• Desire 500
• Desire 601

LG:

• Optimus G
• Nexus 4
• G2 Mini
• L90

Sony:

• Xperia Z
• Xperia SP
• Xperia T
• Xperia V

Both the standard WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business apps are affected, as they share the same system requirements.

How to Know If You’re in the Clear

If your iPhone runs iOS 15 or later or your Android device is on Android 5.0 or above, you’re in the safe zone—WhatsApp will keep working, and you’ll continue receiving new features and updates. But if your device hasn’t been updated in years or sits on the edge of compatibility, it’s worth double-checking before May sneaks up on you.

What to Do If Your Phone Is on the List

1. Back Up Your Chats
Before making any changes, save your conversations! Use Google Drive (for Android) or iCloud (for iPhone) to back up your WhatsApp chats so you can easily restore them on a new device.

2. Check for Updates
Your phone might still be able to upgrade to a supported OS. Head to your settings and see if a software update is available. If it is—great! Update and you’re good to go.

3. Time for an Upgrade?
If your device can’t update any further, it may be time to part ways. Worry less—there are budget-friendly smartphones out there that fully support WhatsApp that you can get.

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