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    How to set WhatsApp as default calling/texting app on iPhone
    iOS 18.2 update is necessary for the new feature

    How to set WhatsApp as default calling/texting app on iPhone

    By Akash Pandey
    Mar 28, 2025
    12:43 pm

    What's the story

    WhatsApp has rolled out a new update for iOS, letting you set it as your default app for calls and texts.

    The feature was enabled by Apple's iOS 18.2 update, which allows third-party apps to be set as the primary platform for such functions.

    The addition of this feature to WhatsApp's latest version marks a major step toward making iPhones more convenient for users.

    User guide

    Take a look at the quick process

    To make WhatsApp your default calling and messaging app, make sure you've updated the app to its latest version from the App Store.

    Once updated, head over to Settings > Apps > Default Apps on your iPhone.

    Here, you will be able to choose WhatsApp as your preferred platform for calls and texts.

    The process is simple and intuitive, allowing users to customize their iPhone experience.

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    Compliance

    Apple's new feature aligns with EU regulations

    Apple introduced the ability to select default apps as part of changes mandated by the European Union.

    However, the tech giant chose to extend the feature to all users, not just those in the EU.

    This move is in line with Apple's ongoing efforts to provide more flexibility and customization options for its users, irrespective of their geographical location.

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