: WhatsApp currently requires Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or newer to function.
Official support for WhatsApp on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) has ended. As of , WhatsApp requires Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or newer to function officially. WhatsApp Help Center whatsapp apk android 4.4 2 latest version
Look for WhatsApp versions released before 2021/2022. Earlier versions are more likely to work, though security will be compromised. : WhatsApp currently requires Android 5