By News Desk 
If you are using an old iPhone then this is important news for you. WhatsApp is once again going to stop support for old smartphones. This time the effect will be seen from May 5, 2025, when WhatsApp will stop working completely on some iPhone models.
Why is WhatsApp shutting down on old iPhones?
Meta (WhatsApp’s parent company) identifies devices every year that do not get new software support. Such phones not only become risky in terms of security, but are also not compatible with the new features of WhatsApp.
This year WhatsApp has made it clear that the app will no longer support iOS 15.1 or below. This will directly affect models like iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. It will no longer be possible to run WhatsApp on these devices.
Which iPhones will still run WhatsApp?
However, the company has not removed support from all old devices. For now, WhatsApp will continue to work as before on iPhone 8, iPhone X and newer models. But it is worth noting that as these models get older and Apple stops supporting their software, the chances of WhatsApp stopping working on them will increase.
How to avoid WhatsApp stopping? Adopt these measures
- Check the software version – Go to the settings of your iPhone and see which version of iOS it is running.
- If possible, buy a new device – Buy a phone that has the latest version of iOS.
- Check the software while buying a second-hand phone – While buying an old phone, make sure that WhatsApp will be supported in the future as well.
- Keep checking WhatsApp’s website or update list – From time to time the company keeps giving updates on which devices will get support and which will not.
These advanced WhatsApp features are available in new phones
If you upgrade, you will also get the benefit of the latest features of WhatsApp, such as:
- Chat Lock – Protect private chats with a passcode
- Disappearing Messages – Messages that disappear automatically
- Advanced Privacy Settings – The ability to hide profile photo, status and last seen from selected people