The Long Wait for WhatsApp Users Is Over — Launch of Voice & Video Calls

Kokila Chokkanathan
After years of whatsapp users asking for it, WhatsApp has officially begun rolling out native voice and video calling support on its web platform — a big upgrade that finally brings calling features directly into the browser without needing the mobile or desktop app.

What’s New: Voice & Video Calls on whatsapp Web

Until now, whatsapp Web was limited to messaging and media sharing — voice and video calls could only be made from the mobile app or dedicated desktop software. That changes with the new update for whatsapp Web:

🎤 Voice Calling

Users can now make one‑to‑one voice calls directly from the browser — just like on your phone.

📹 Video Calling

Video calls are also supported in the web version for the first time, allowing users to see and talk to their contacts without switching apps.

🛡 End‑to‑End Encryption

As with WhatsApp’s mobile app, calls made via the web are end‑to‑end encrypted, ensuring privacy and security.

How It Works (Beta Rollout)

  • 📍 The calling features are currently rolling out to users enrolled in the whatsapp Web beta program.
  • 📞 In an individual chat, you’ll now see voice and video icons at the top right — just click them to start a call, no mobile app or separate installation needed.
  • 🖥 Screen sharing during video calls is also supported, bringing whatsapp Web much closer to a full conferencing experience.
The rollout is gradual, but whatsapp plans to make this available to all users in the coming weeks.

Why This Matters

✅ No More Dependence on mobile or Desktop Apps

Previously, you had to use WhatsApp’s mobile app or install the desktop application to call voice or video. Now you can directly call through your internet browser, whether on Windows, macOS, Linux or Chromebooks.

✅ Convenience for Remote Work and Learning

This is especially useful for:

  • People working on laptops who don’t want to switch screens.
  • Users on systems (like Linux) that rely on web versions.
💡 Future Upgrades

WhatsApp is also working on group voice and video calling for Web, potentially supporting larger conversations and collaboration tools in the near future.

Availability & Rollout

  • ✔ Currently available to beta users of whatsapp Web.
  • ✔ Full global release is expected soon once testing stabilises.
Keep your whatsapp Web updated — the calling icons should appear once your account gets the update.

Conclusion

WhatsApp’s rollout of voice and video calling on the web is a major milestone in the platform’s evolution, fulfilling a long‑awaited demand and eliminating the need for separate apps just to communicate. With secure encrypted calls and screen sharing support, whatsapp Web now offers a fuller, richer communication experience straight from your browser.

 

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