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WhatsApp web version is yet to offer video calling feature which will make the platform a solid alternative to Zoom and Google Meet
WhatsApp has been testing the video calling feature for a while
WhatsApp has been looking to bring video calling support on the web version for a while and once again the platform is said to be testing the feature. The new update has been spotted with the WhatsApp web beta that runs on browsers like Chrome, Safari and Firefox among others.
WhatsApp users have relied on the desktop app for Windows and macOS for calling support, but soon that is going to change. Video calling on Whatsapp web has been long awaited and we do hope the platform is finally close to making it happen. We have heard about its plans previously but this time does feel different.
WhatsApp Web Video Calling Tests Again
WhatsApp web beta calling feature has been mentioned by reliable tipster WaBetaInfo this week. The post suggests WhatsApp is doing its best to refine the experience of the video calling feature to bring it at par with Google Meet and even Zoom on these devices. Having said that, WhatsApp could be limiting its options so that the rollout can happen faster.
The tipster says WhatsApp web could have video calling support for up to 16 participants rather than 32 members who are allowed on the mobile version. A post shared previously by the same tipster suggested the web client of WhatsApp will see a new-look calling button right next to the search and three-dot menu.
Other than this, WhatsApp plans to allow people to schedule calls, create links for meetings that you share with other members and have them join at the given date and time. Call links have been a useful addition for many and WhatsApp groups find it easy to simply create an event and have everyone connected rather than inviting them separately.
The use of video calling is likely to help with the linked devices setup for WhatsApp users, which means all your scheduled calls are available across platforms. Which is why the WhatsApp web version upgrade is important and gives more people to rely on the messaging app for beyond chats and calls.
This will also make WhatsApp a strong rival to Google Meet and Zoom in the conferencing space which is already an option on mobile devices or those using the desktop app of WhatsApp.
If there is one update that WhatsApp users will be eager to see rollout in 2026 the web support has to be at the top of their wish list.
Delhi, India, India
January 20, 2026, 11:31 IST
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