Starting September 8, 2026 , WhatsApp will further increase requirements, supporting only Android 6.0 and newer . Review: Why the App No Longer Works Status on Android 4.4.2 Official Support Discontinued (since late 2023) New Features Unavailable (AI integration, chat lock, screen sharing) Security Updates None (Leaves your data vulnerable) Connectivity Blocked (Servers require newer encryption protocols) Recommended Next Steps
While you won’t get AI stickers or status reactions animations, the latest version still supports: Starting September 8, 2026 , WhatsApp will further