If you're still unable to install WhatsApp, try the following: Delete data and apps you no longer use. Move data and apps to your external SD card. Clear cached data by opening your phone's Settings > Apps & Notifications > WhatsApp > Storage & cache > Clear cache > Clear storage.
It could also happen because your device is not compatible with the application to be downloaded. Please check the Supported devices article to see if your device is eligible to download the application. If that doesn't work, please contact an Android app developer for further assistance.
Go to the Google Play Store, then search for WhatsApp Messenger. Tap INSTALL. Open WhatsApp and continue to the next screen by agreeing to our Terms of Service.
These errors might be due to Google Play Store updates, Google cache issues, Google Play Store stored data issues, or Google account issues.
If you're still unable to install WhatsApp, try the following: Delete data and apps you no longer use. Move data and apps to your external SD card. Clear cached data by opening your phone's Settings > Apps & Notifications > WhatsApp > Storage & cache > Clear cache > Clear storage.
Samsung: Galaxy Ace 2, Galaxy Core, Galaxy S2, Galaxy S3 mini, Galaxy Trend II, Galaxy Trend Lite, Galaxy Xcover 2.
Corrupted storage, especially corrupted SD cards, is one of the most common reasons why Android app not installed error occurs. Unwanted data might contain elements that disturb the storage location, causing the Android app can't install error.
Clear cache and data
Google Play Services plays a crucial role on Android devices as it functions as a hub for running Google apps, including the Play Store. Clearing its cache or data may allow it to run normally while fixing problems with the Play Store.
Unlike iMessage, which is only available for Apple devices, you can download and use WhatsApp on whichever iPhone or Android device you'd like.
WhatsApp for Android is no longer to be seen if you search for the app on Google Play Store. If you search “WhatsApp” on Google Play, the search results only showcase WhatsApp Business app and not the main messaging app. Note that WhatsApp Business is a separate app.
Before installing any large app or game, you should check the free storage space on your phone. If you have less internal memory on the phone, you will continue to run into installation errors. Step 1: Open Google Play Store and search for an app or game. Step 2: Check the required storage space from the app info menu.
Restart your device
You may have to restart your device if you still can't download apps after clearing the Play Store's cache and data. This can solve many glitches with your device, including download issues. How you do this will depend on the device you're using.
Clear the Play Store application cache and data
It should either be on the list of recently opened apps, or you can tap to tap on See all apps and find it. Select Storage & cache then tap on Clear storage and Clear cache. Go back to the Play Store and try your download again.
The list includes devices from different smartphone brands including Apple, Samsung, LG and Huawei. Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp has ended support for old smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Huawei, LG and others from January 1, 2023. The list includes 49 phones that run on outdated operating systems.
We provide support for Android devices that meet the following requirements: Your Android phone is running OS 4.1 and newer. Your Android phone is able to receive SMS or calls during the verification process. Note: Starting October 24, 2023, only Android OS version 5.0 and newer will be supported.
According to a report by HT Tech, Meta-owned WhatsApp will stop working on some old smartphones starting tomorrow i.e. February 1, 2023. To run WhatsApp on an Android phone, it must be running on Android version 4.0. 3 or newer. Similarly, iOS version 12 and above support WhatsApp.