Tech Desk 
Dec 02, 2024
WhatsApp has announced to end support for iOS versions older than iOS 15.1 from May next year, removing the chat platform's compatibility with several iPhone models in the process.
The Meta-owned messaging platform will no longer be compatible with iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and iPhone 6 Plus models. Notably, users with these devices won’t be able to use the encrypted chat service after the specified date unless they upgrade their iPhone.
WhatsApp has worked a lot to support a wide range of iOS versions, ensuring that users across different devices enjoy the services offered by the app.
Users who intend to upgrade can back up their WhatsApp chats to iCloud, and restore their full chat and media history to a newer, supported device using WhatsApp's Chat Transfer feature.
One of the significant reasons behind this change is that newer versions of iOS include upgraded APIs and enhanced technologies that WhatsApp depends on to provide new features.
It is important to note that this change applies to both the standard WhatsApp app and WhatsApp Business, as both apps share the same underlying code and system requirements.
If you're currently using an older iOS version of WhatsApp, it's recommended that you update your device to continue using the app or switch to a compatible iPhone that supports newer iOS versions.
