How to Update Whatsapp on Android

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This wikiHow guide teaches you how to update to the latest version of WhatsApp on your Android phone or tablet.

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    You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer. [1]
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    It’s at the top of the screen. [2]
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    It has a green chat bubble icon with a phone receiver inside. [3]
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    It’s the green button to the right of “UNINSTALL.” The latest version of WhatsApp will now download and install on your Android. [4]
    • If the green button does not say “UPDATE,” you are already using the latest version of WhatsApp.
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    Do I need data to update Whatsapp on my mobile?
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    You will need an internet connection, but not necessarily mobile data. Make sure you're connected to an internet source before you update so it won't use any mobile data.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/190860?hl=en
      2. ↑ https://faq.whatsapp.com/5481509731946576/?cms_platform=android
      3. ↑ https://faq.whatsapp.com/5481509731946576/?cms_platform=android
      4. ↑ https://faq.whatsapp.com/5481509731946576/?cms_platform=android

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      1. Open the Play Store .
      2. Type “whatsapp” into the search bar.
      3. Tap WhatsApp Messenger .
      4. Tap UPDATE .

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