» How to update WhatsApp on your phone
A couple of months ago, I released important updates to Whatsapp - it became possible to make a video call, the quality of an audio call was significantly improved, many bugs were fixed and new "chips" were added. But not all of these functions are available, only those who have a new version. So how to update whatsapp on your phone and use new features?
If you communicate using whatsapp and via a computer, then you do not need to make any updates - every time you enter the website https://web.whatsapp.com/ you will receive the latest version.
What version do I have and how to update it?
If you do not know how your version of the program is - old or new, you can check it from any phone, no matter you have Samsung or Nokia on Android.
1. To do this, go to the phone menu and look for the application " Play Store».
2. Click on the three stripes at the top left and select the item " My apps and games». 
3. There are all the applications you are using, first all those that have the latest updates are shown. 
4. If watsap is among them, then your version of this service is outdated and needs to be updated. If you have a lot of things here, then you can use the search at the top right. 
5. We write here "whatsapp" and select it.
6. If there are no updates, then the right button will be named " Open". If there is, then “ Refresh". If there are updates, then your version is not the newest. 
7. Press the button " Refresh", If there is one and we are waiting for the end of the update.
Updates are not always global in nature, so it often makes no sense to check for them.
How not to think about updates?
If you do not want to constantly think about whether you need to update the program, then you can check the "Auto update" box and after that every time a new version of the software is released, you will receive it automatically. And you will only find out about this when the messenger tells you that it has been updated.
To do this, on phones and tablets (for example, Lenovo), you need to go to the Play Store, and find whatsapp and click on the button with three dots and tick Auto update».
Almost all software for the phone has such a function and auto-update is installed in the same way.
What do the updates give and are they really needed?
Updates take up some part of the memory, sometimes the phone slows down when downloading these updates, but in general, modern phones are designed for growing volumes of software.
You may not update the messenger every time a new update is released, but at some point it may happen that the old version simply stops working. This usually happens at the most inopportune moment. For example, if you forgot the password for something and you need to write it, ask it, but the watsap does not work. We still recommend making updates and using all the capabilities of your phone and software.
Application updates appear when developers fix any critical vulnerabilities in the program code or replace old ones or add new functions. Watsapp advises to update the application when new features appear in order to avoid an error in the messenger. If the discovered vulnerabilities are not removed in time, then the chance of disclosure of confidential data by hackers will increase.
Instructions on how to update WhatsApp
When the application notifies about the availability of an update, you should immediately update the messenger to the current version. In order not to forget to update the program, along with manual updates, you can install an automatic one. For any platform, the setting is done through the program that makes it possible to download the messenger: Play Market, App Store, Microsoft App.
Android
You can download add-ons for Android using the Play Market. In the application menu, select "My Apps and Games", find WhatsApp and click "Refresh". Automatic update is enabled in the play market settings. It is possible to set permissions, where it is indicated with the help of which connection to download them: Wi-Fi, mobile Internet, or both together.
IPhone
Updates for the Iphone are downloaded through the App Store. In the program menu, you need to find whatsapp and update it. The app store also allows you to configure the permissions for automatic updates of installed programs, including WhatsApp. In the settings, you should find the item "Auto-update applications" and set the required data.
On tablet
The application installed on the tablet can be updated through the official WhatsApp website. To do this, you need to download the installation file for the latest version of the program, open it on your tablet and install it.
How to not update Whatsapp (disable update)?
To disable WhatsApp updates, you need to find the "Automatic update" parameter in the online store settings and mark "Never" in the drop-down list. In this case, the service will not independently update the application to the latest versions, however, it will inform about the presence of new notifications. Then the user himself will be able to decide whether he really needs to download updates and, if necessary, download them manually.
How to update whatsapp without a play market?
Sometimes the Play Market service is not available to users. This may be due to various reasons, but the main problem is that with a non-working online store, automatic updating of the programs installed on the gadget is impossible. In this case, you should update the messenger manually. First of all, you need to find and download the apk-file of the latest version of the application from the Internet. This is done on the device itself or using a computer, subsequently transferring the downloaded file to a smartphone. Next, you should open the downloaded file on the gadget and click the "Install" button. Carrying out such actions will allow you to install or update whatsapp without a play market.
Problems and errors:
Errors that occur when updating WhatsApp are based on several reasons. This is a shortage of device memory when the application is unable to download the files it needs. Or the messenger is not compatible with the platform version of the device. In this case, you should not install the application even with the help of additional programs, since it will not work. Sometimes the user sees the error code that caused the download to fail. The fix for the problem depends on the code in the message. The fourth case of errors during the installation or updating of the messenger, when the application is not available in the country of use of the device.
After updating, whatsapp does not open
If the application does not open after the update, the first thing to do is to check the internet. Perhaps the traffic allocated for the month has run out, so the messenger cannot work either. In the case when the Internet is stable, and whatsapp still does not open, the reason for this behavior of the program may be some kind of system failure. If such a reason occurs, the application will notify the user with a separate pop-up message.
Another variant of the error occurs when uploading the wrong file. In this case, the application is unable to recognize what exactly needs to be changed and tries to read the wrong file at startup.
Whatsapp is not updated
One of the reasons for the lack of messenger updates is that the user has disabled automatic application updates in the online store settings. To solve the problem, go to the service and update the program manually or configure auto-update. It's also worth checking your internet connection. If the connection is disabled, the messenger will not be able to download the improved version. The next reason is that WhatsApp does not support the version of the platform used by the gadget.
Android
If whatsapp is not updated on android, you need to take the following steps. First, check the connection and connect the Internet and, if it was disconnected, try updating the messenger again. In the case when the first step did not help in solving the problem, the next step is to go to the WhatsApp developer site and download the current version of the application. Next, open the downloaded file and allow its installation.
IPhone
The inability to update the application on the iPhone may depend on the fact that new versions of WhatsApp do not support the device platform. In this case, you should leave the program on the version installed at the moment. In addition, you need to check the availability of communication. If data transfer is enabled, it is worth checking the online store for new updates. And also clarify whether automatic updates are configured or not. If none of the above options work, then it's worth reinstalling the app.
How to update whatsapp on a phone without a password and login?
It is quite possible to update whatsapp on the phone without a login, since this is not a mandatory moment during installation. The main thing is that the phone has a SIM card to confirm the number. Updating the messenger is possible without entering a phone number, login or account password.
This version of whatsapp is out of date
If there are no updates to the application for a long time, a message may appear that the current version of WhatsApp is out of date. In case of such an error, it is necessary to update the messenger to the latest version if the proposed whatsapp updates support the current platform.
All programs for computers, tablets or smartphones are regularly updated, regardless of their purpose. Thus, developers eliminate errors and inaccuracies in the operation of applications, add new functions and capabilities, make the user interface more pleasant and convenient. - is no exception, so users often have a question: "how to update WhatsApp?" This is what will be discussed now.
How to update WhatsApp on your phone
This question is often encountered in the query strings of Internet search engines. However, WhatsApp is a cross-platform program that runs on different operating systems. The app is supported on Android, iOS, Windows Phone, Nokia, Blackberry and Symbian. Below we will take a closer look at the update processes for the most popular operating systems. Downloading and installing a new version of the application will not take much time, moreover, the update takes place in the background, which will not limit the use of the gadget.
But before you start downloading:
- Make sure the battery level of the device is at least 50%.
- Check the stability of the internet connection, it is better to use Wi-Fi or 3G / 4G unlimited mobile internet.
- Free up space in the device's memory, if necessary. If there is not enough memory, clear the cache and Google Play Market data. To do this, go to Settings> Applications> Google Play Market> Storage> Clear cache and Clear data, and then restart your phone. A minimum of 1 GB of free space is recommended.
- Make sure the version you plan to download is mobile compatible and available in your country.
How to update Vatsap for Nokia Lumia
The WhatsApp application is associated with the hardware of the Lumia and Windows Phone gadgets: if the device's firmware is outdated, then after installing the updated messenger, problems with its operation may arise. To avoid this, check the relevance of the phone axis and download a new one if necessary. Information can be read in Settings> About device> Information. To install a new axis: Settings> Check for phone updates> Download. Then accept the user agreement.
The update may differ slightly in the name of the buttons or menu items, the rest of the process is the same. Consider it for the Nokia Lumia 520, 525, 610, 630, 800 and 900 models.
- Make sure you have backed up your chats and saved them.
- Press and hold the application icon.
- In the window that opens, select "delete".
- Go to the Windows Phone market, search for WhatsApp and download the new version.
- Follow the installation instructions to restore the chats.
How to update WhatsApp on Android
Gadgets on the Android platform are the most common, therefore many user questions are associated with them.
So, to update WhatsApp you should:
- Stop the messenger and close it.
- Go to the Play Market.
- Click on the "Menu" icon in the form of three horizontal lines in the upper left corner of the screen.
- In the window that appears on the left, select "My Apps & Games".
- At the top of the list of applications are those that can be updated. Find WhatsApp among them and click on it.
- Select "Update".
- In the window that opens, click "Accept", thus agreeing with the changes that will be made to the operation of the device.
- Wait for the download and installation to complete, then launch the messenger and enjoy the updated version.
How to update WhatsApp on iPhone
IPhone users will find out if there are apps that need updating by using the App Store icon. When there is an application in the device's memory for which the latest version was released, a red circle with a number appears in the corner of the icon. This number is the number of programs not yet updated.
WhatsApp update steps:
- Close the messenger.
- Go to the App Store.
- Click on the "Updates" item in the lower right corner.
- A list of apps will appear, search for WhatsApp.
- Select "Update" next to the name of the messenger.
- Wait for the installation to complete. After the new launch of the application, the new version will be available for work.
We remind you that this process always takes place in the background and does not affect the speed of the gadget.
You can update Watsap when the latest version appears in automatic mode. To do this, you need to install additional settings. In this case, when you start the program, a notification will appear that add-ons are available. If you agree, the messenger will automatically download and install all the necessary files. If you encounter difficulties or update errors, look for an answer on the official website of the company or contact technical support.
Periodic updating of WhatsApp is a guarantee of stable work, you should not neglect it, even if it seems to you that everything is working well anyway. There are many reasons why you should follow the release of new versions of the program, and we will definitely list them. But if you are interested in how to refresh the messenger on your device, just select your OS:
Why update WhatsApp
Be sure to see what benefits the new version gives.
- Safety- first of all, updates are designed to ensure the safety of your data. If a vulnerability is found in the code, the developers try to fix it as soon as possible and release a new version of WhatsApp with the corrected code, and your task is to download and install it ahead of the attackers.
- Stability- an equally important reason to install a new version is errors in work. If you encounter problems with the messenger, you should check the version for relevance.
- New features- not every update can boast of new functionality, but no innovation can be complete without downloading a new version.
- Availability- if you always want to stay in touch, keep an eye on the release of new versions, otherwise one day you will be surprised to find that your phone is silent, not because no one is writing to you, but because messages do not reach you.
How to update WhatsApp on Android
How to check your version of the app
Auto update
To always use the latest version, turn on Auto-update over WiFi. Using this function, you will not waste mobile Internet, downloading will only occur when connected to WiFI.
- Go to PlayMarket -> Menu-> Settings -> Auto-update applications
- In the window that opens, select one of three items;
- The optimal choice will be - Only through WiFI.
Updating Whatsapp for iPhone
If you have a red circle with a number in the upper right corner of the App Store icon, as in the screenshot below, then one of your applications is out of date.Dec 3, 2015 02:27
WhatsApp updates are intended to improve the program's performance. In each new version, previous flaws have been eliminated, which affects the use of the messenger and makes it much more convenient. Developers offer new functions, change the application interface.
Messenger update
The principle of updating Watsap will be different for Android and iOS device models. Let's take a look at each option separately.
How to update WhatsApp on Android
In order to update WhatsApp on Android, it is recommended to follow these steps:
If there are new versions, the command “ Refresh". In order to install the latest version of WhatsApp, you should click on this button and agree to the changes that will be made to the device.
How to update WhatsApp on iPhone
For iPhone users, the App Store icon will help to find out about the availability of a new version of the application. If a number appears on it, placed in a red circle, then several utilities need to be updated (the number indicates their number).
- You must go to the App Store.
- In the right corner of the screen, the item is pressed "Updates".
- Among the list of programs is WhatsApp.
- There is a button next to the name of the application. "Refresh" to be clicked on.
Installing a new version of WhatsApp is convenient because it can happen in the background and does not affect the performance of the device in any way. Therefore, the smartphone can be used as long as the files are being downloaded.
Another way to update WhatsApp on your phone is to set up the settings that offer to do it automatically. When a new version of the program appears, when you open the messenger, a message will appear stating that add-ons to the application are available. You just need to click consent and WhatsApp itself will download the necessary files and install updates. 
