Overview
- The capability is rolling out to some testers on iOS and Android in Europe, with access expanding over the coming weeks.
- Users can exchange texts, photos, videos, voice notes and documents in one‑to‑one conversations with people on supported apps from within WhatsApp.
- BirdyChat is the first approved integration, with end‑to‑end encryption maintained and third‑party services required to pass WhatsApp’s security review even as their data practices may differ.
- The feature is off by default and can be enabled via Settings > Account > Third‑Party Chats, with controls for a combined or separate inbox and for receiving request notifications.
- Status updates, stickers, disappearing messages and group chats are not yet supported, and cross‑platform voice and video calls are not expected until 2027 according to reporting.