Message and call the people you know across phone and computer.
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- macOSDesktop app
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What is WhatsApp?
WhatsApp is built around everyday communication: quick messages, family groups, voice notes and calls. Desktop apps and WhatsApp Web make it easier to continue conversations on a larger screen, where documents and longer replies are more convenient to handle. The current web app also supports voice and video calls.
This listing covers the personal messenger. WhatsApp Business is a separate product for business communication, and its commercial offerings should not be confused with the free personal app. Internet or mobile-data charges can still apply, even though WhatsApp does not charge for the core personal messaging service.
- Free plan
- Available
- Pricing model
- free
What stands out
- Core personal messaging and calling are free.
- Computer access supports longer replies and document sharing.
- Personal messages and calls are end-to-end encrypted.
Plan limits
- Internet or mobile-data charges can still apply.
- Desktop and web access involve linking an account.
- Business communication products and services have separate scope and terms.
WhatsApp features
4 features · 2 categoriesBrowse all 4 features
Core workflow
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Personal messaging
Exchange text, voice messages, photos, videos and documents.
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Voice and video calls
Make personal and group calls through supported mobile, desktop and web apps.
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Tools and flexibility
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Groups and communities
Keep group conversations organized around shared activities and communities.
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Personal-message encryption
Personal messages and calls use end-to-end encryption.
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Plans & pricing
WhatsApp’s core personal messaging and calling service is free. Internet and mobile-data charges may apply. WhatsApp Business offerings are separate from this personal-product listing.
Prices in USD
The core personal messenger.
$0
personal messaging and calling
- Messages and groups
- Voice and video calls
- Linked desktop and web access
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View official pricingWhatsApp FAQs
Is WhatsApp free?
Yes. Core personal messaging and calls are free, although internet or mobile-data charges may apply.
Official product information Can I use WhatsApp on a computer?
Yes. WhatsApp provides Windows and Mac apps and a linked browser experience through WhatsApp Web.
Official product information Does WhatsApp encrypt personal conversations?
Personal messages and calls are end-to-end encrypted.
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