Nigeria, April 17 -- WhatsApp will no longer work on certain older phones starting May 5, 2025.

This change is due to updates in the app's compatibility with outdated operating systems.

Meta, the company behind WhatsApp, shared that these changes are necessary to keep the app secure and functional on newer devices.

While most users won't be affected, those with smartphones that are over ten years old may experience disruptions.

If you are using one of these older phones, it's important to check if your device will still support WhatsApp after the update.

iPhones that will lose support include models such as the iPhone 5s, 6, and 6 Plus, running iOS versions older than 15.1.

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