WhatsApp, owned by Meta, now caters to a wider user base across various platforms including Android, iOS, and Windows OS.
While there has been no dedicated app for Apple’s Mac operating system, the wait is finally over as WhatsApp introduces its exclusive app for Mac users.
This fresh WhatsApp app, now available for Mac users, enhances communication with group calling capabilities.
Video calls can host up to 8 participants, while audio calls can accommodate up to 32 participants.
Notably, users can join group calls even after they have commenced, a feature aimed at rivaling platforms like Zoom.
Announcement by Mark Zuckerberg
Meta’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, shared insights about this development on his Instagram channel.
He conveyed, “We’re introducing a new WhatsApp app for Mac users.
It enables up to 8 individuals in simultaneous video calls and 32 individuals in simultaneous audio calls.” WhatsApp has long provided a desktop app for Windows users, offering mobile app features on this platform.
Downloading for Mac Users
For those utilizing Mac devices who wish to experience the new app, the process is straightforward.
Visit WhatsApp’s official website and click the prominent Download button in the upper right corner.
From the available options like Android, iOS, and Mac, select the Mac download option.
Once the download is complete, execute the file, which will install WhatsApp on your system.
Launch the app by clicking on the WhatsApp icon on your homepage, and you can initiate use by logging into your WhatsApp account using your phone number.
