WhatsApp Will Stop Working on These iPhones and Android Smartphones Starting June 1st

Highlights

• WhatsApp will no longer work on iPhones running iOS 15 or earlier and Android phones with Android 5.0 or below from June 1.
• If your phone can update to iOS 15.1 or Android 5.1, you can continue using WhatsApp.
• If not, backing up chats to a Google account is recommended to prevent data loss when switching to a new phone.

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Starting June 1, WhatsApp will stop working on some older iPhones and Android phones. This change was initially expected in May 2025, but users were given a little more time to upgrade their devices. Now, the deadline is here.

It’s part of Meta’s regular update cycle. WhatsApp is raising its minimum software requirements to keep things secure and running smoothly. According to reports, the support for the app is specifically being dropped from on iPhones running iOS 15 or earlier. The app is also dropping support for Android 5.0 and below.

Here’s a full list of devices that will no longer support WhatsApp:

iPhones –

• iPhone 5s
• iPhone 6
• iPhone 6 Plus
• iPhone 6s
• iPhone 6s Plus
• iPhone SE (1st gen)

Android Phones –

• Samsung Galaxy S4
• Samsung Galaxy Note 3
• Sony Xperia Z1
• LG G2
• Huawei Ascend P6
• Moto G (1st Gen)
• Motorola Razr HD
• Moto E 2014

What Should Users With the Above Phones Do?

All of these phones are old, but that doesn’t mean you should rush to toss yours out. First, check if your device is still getting software updates. If you can update your iPhone to iOS 15.1 or later, or your Android phone to Android 5.1 or later, WhatsApp will keep working just fine.

If you think your phone might be affected, don’t panic.

WhatsApp recommends backing up your chat history to your Google account. That way, you won’t lose anything when you switch to a new phone. Just open WhatsApp, go to Settings, tap Chats, then choose Chat Backup and follow the steps.

Why Is WhatsApp Dropping Support?

Older devices that no longer receive software updates are more vulnerable to security threats. Without regular patches, there’s a higher risk of data breaches. That’s why WhatsApp is encouraging users to move to newer phones and operating systems.

In recent months, WhatsApp has rolled out several updates to boost user privacy and protect personal data.

FAQs

Q1. Which devices will lose WhatsApp support starting June 1?

Answer. WhatsApp will stop working on iPhones running iOS 15 or earlier and Android phones with Android 5.0 or below. Some affected models include iPhone 6, iPhone SE (1st Gen), Samsung Galaxy S4, Sony Xperia Z1, LG G2, and Moto G (1st Gen).

Q2. What should users with affected phones do to keep WhatsApp?

Answer. If your phone can update to iOS 15.1 or Android 5.1, WhatsApp will continue working. Otherwise, WhatsApp recommends backing up your chat history to your Google account before switching to a new device.

Q3. Why is WhatsApp dropping support for older devices?

Answer. Older phones that no longer receive software updates are more vulnerable to security threats and data breaches. WhatsApp is encouraging users to move to newer devices and operating systems to ensure better privacy and security.

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