WhatsApp will stop working on Android devices running versions older than Android 6.0 starting September 8, 2026. Phones on Android 5.0 and 5.1 will lose access to the app entirely as Meta tightens security, boosts performance, and ensures compatibility with newer features. Users are urged to update their software or switch to a newer phone before the deadline.
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