Here’s the current list of phones that do not support WhatsApp by the end of 2025

The  list of phones that do not support WhatsApp by the end of 2025

Devices No Longer Supported as of the end of 2025 (Android / KitKat or Older)

WhatsApp dropped support for Android devices running KitKat (4.4) or older from January 1, 2025. Among the older phone models affected:

• Samsung: Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2, Galaxy Ace 3, Galaxy S4 Mini

• Motorola: Moto G (1st Gen), Moto E (2014), Razr HD

• HTC: One X, One X+, Desire 500, Desire 601

• LG: Optimus G, Nexus 4, G2 Mini, L90

• Sony: Xperia Z, Xperia SP, Xperia T, Xperia V

iPhones No Longer Supported as of May 2025 (iOS Older Than 15.1)

Support ended for iPhones that cannot upgrade to iOS 15.1 or later. From May 5, 2025, the following models are no longer compatible with WhatsApp:

• iPhone 5s

• iPhone 6

• iPhone 6 Plus

Devices Using KaiOS (Feature Phones)

WhatsApp support has been fully discontinued on KaiOS devices, and the app will no longer be installable or usable—even for previously logged-in users—by early 2025.

Recommendations

• If your device falls into any of these categories, you must upgrade to a newer phone with Android 5.0 or later or iOS 15.1 or later to continue using WhatsApp.

• Before switching, be sure to back up your chat history and media (via Google Drive for Android or iCloud for iOS) to avoid data loss.