However, the writing is on the wall. Meta wants users on modern operating systems. If you love your KitKat phone, enjoy it while it lasts, but start planning your migration to a newer Android device or a custom ROM by Christmas 2026.

, but it is on "borrowed time." Meta officially announced that they will cease support for all Android versions older than 5.0 starting January 1, 2027 (some reports suggest late 2026, but official channels confirm Q1 2027).

You can pair your phone’s WhatsApp with a computer browser. However, if your phone loses connection or the app refuses to start, Web won’t help.