WhatsApp to Open EU Messaging to Third‑Party Apps in Phased Rollout
Meta will enforce WhatsApp‑level end‑to‑end encryption for all third‑party chats under DMA rules.
Overview
- Meta says the rollout will begin across the European Region over the coming months to meet Digital Markets Act requirements.
- Interoperability will launch on WhatsApp for iOS and Android only, with web, desktop and tablet clients not initially supported.
- European users will see a Settings prompt to opt in and can choose a separate folder or a combined inbox for third‑party messages.
- Supported content at launch includes text, images, voice messages, videos and files, with group chats to follow when partners are ready.
- BirdyChat and Haiket are the first approved partners after testing, and Meta cautions that third‑party services may handle data differently.