Quick verdict
- What it is
- Store information collected; independent summary not yet available.
- At a glance
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- From $5.99/mo
- Free to download
- In-app purchases
Categories and search queries
Official categories
- Social Networking
- Utilities
AppCorpus categories
Key functions
| Function | Availability | Access | Scope | Evidence |
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| Free app | Yes | Free | — | Store published |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Limited free | — | Store published |
Screens
App Store
14 store screenshots
Pricing & paywalls
App Store
Shown for US
- No Ads for 12 Month — $5.99/month
- No Ads for 12 Month — $24.99/year ($2.08/mo)
- No Ads for 12 Month — $17.99
- Premium Monthly — $9.99/week
- Premium Monthly — $19.99/month
- Premium Monthly — $49.99/year ($4.16/mo)
Ratings & reviews
App Store
Shown for US
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4/5Good but not quite there yet.
I really appreciate the larger format of WhatsApp on my iPad. I’m an old person and working on a phone is just hard for me. I don’t like that I’m frequently signed out of the app when I didn’t ask to be and I have to go through the whole linking process again. The great thing about WhatsApp in general is the ability to communicate with lots of people from various countries and different phone plans for free. The encryption is also a plus.
UltimateWines · 6 Sep 2026
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5/5Useful app
Updated review: with more time with this, and apparently thanks to some updates, it seems to be working better. Since WhatsApp doesn’t have an app for the iPad, this app is a workaround, but it’s dependent on your having your phone nearby. That means there’s a lag when bringing it up while it gets your WhatsApp chats, maybe 30 seconds, but then you can read the chats and respond. So after my earlier (see below) disappointment, I’ve found this app to be useful, and I’m grateful for this. ——- I use WhatsApp on my iPhone and MacBook, and have been feeling the need for it on my iPad. This app looks a lot like the real WhatsApp, I appreciate that it’s free, and don’t really mind the ads....but: Any time you switch to the app from another app, wait a while, see ads for Facebook shaking back and forth in an annoying manner, and wait some more until your list of chats comes up. Then you click on that chat and wait to see messages. And wait. And wait. I tried to time it for this review, and gave up after 3 minutes. It’s like the old days of dial-up modems. Apparently, whatsapp can’t be accessed on a web browser from my iPad, either. So I guess I’ll just keep using my iPhone and MacBook to check in with What’sApp.
Ckuttner · 6 Sep 2026
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3/5Nice but could be better
WhatsApp's desktop version offers a convenient extension of its mobile messaging service, appealing because I prefer the spacious layout of a full screen and the ease of typing on a keyboard. This setup is particularly advantageous for multitasking, allowing me to stay engaged with my conversations while working on other tasks on their computer, without the distraction of switching devices. However, the desktop application has its drawbacks. I find the interface cluttered and overwhelming, making it less intuitive compared to the mobile version's streamlined design. Additionally, a point of frustration is the app's slow startup time, which can interrupt workflow and dampen the overall experience. Despite these issues, WhatsApp Desktop remains a valuable tool for integrating my messaging seamlessly into my desktop computing environment.
WM Lax 3 · 6 Sep 2026
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3/5Getting Better
Good program but slow to load. Other like programs load almost instantly on WiFi. I like that it is private and it is encrypted but so far I have it on my phone and ipad and they do not relate well nor synch very well. This program has lots of potential, just hoping they will continue to improve it. Messenger is instant when u open it and it synchs between my ipad and iPhone right away. Would also like the opportunity for others to add people to a group chat rather than just the lead person. I am sure they will add all of these things as they broaden it but right now in the US, messenger is still to beat.
jjnotts · 6 Sep 2026
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3/5thanks for the developers but uneasy about have an intermediary
Better than nothing, but having an intermediary between me and WhatsApp makes me uneasy. Why should there be a 3rd party involved? Sorry for the developers of this alternative this is nothing against you. How can you make it better? - Responsiveness, inconvenience of syncycing with phone every time. Not interested in add-on intended to provided added value. It does not do that for me. I just want the simple whatsapp functionalities. Providing assurance or certification that my information remains encrypted even to you. Thank you also for providing a solution to to access whatsapp with my IPad.
Luigui O · 6 Sep 2026
Privacy & accessibility
App Store
Privacy
- Data Linked to You — App Functionality — Contacts Developer declared
- Data Linked to You — Third-Party Advertising — Identifiers — Device ID Developer declared
- Data Linked to You — Third-Party Advertising — User Content — Emails or Text Messages Developer declared
- Data Linked to You — Contacts Developer declared
- Data Linked to You — Identifiers Developer declared
- Data Linked to You — User Content Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Analytics — Diagnostics — Crash Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Analytics — Diagnostics — Other Diagnostic Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Analytics — Diagnostics — Performance Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Analytics — User Content — Other User Content Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Contact Info — Name Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Location — Precise Location Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — User Content — Audio Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — User Content — Customer Support Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — User Content — Photos or Videos Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Third-Party Advertising — Usage Data — Advertising Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Third-Party Advertising — Usage Data — Other Usage Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Third-Party Advertising — Usage Data — Product Interaction Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Contact Info Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Diagnostics Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Location Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — Usage Data Developer declared
- Data Not Linked to You — User Content Developer declared
- Data Used to Track You — Identifiers — Device ID Developer declared
- Data Used to Track You — Identifiers Developer declared
- Data Used to Track You — User Content — Emails or Text Messages Developer declared
- Data Used to Track You — User Content Developer declared
Accessibility
No accessibility labels collected yet.
Versions
App Store
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1.01
We are exited to launch version 1.01. Now, Don't miss to text someone on their birthday, anniversary or some special event. You can create list of birthday, important event in app and you will be notify on event day. Thank you!
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1.02
# We fixed the app crash problem. Thank you!
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1.03
We are exited to announce App version 1.03, We have added following feature : Keep phone Awake Feature: Now keep reading incoming message while watching TV , working on other laptop, even while cooking in your kitchen. :D. This feature gives you many possibilities. This feature helps you to keep your iPad screen on all the time after you launch the App. Note : Keeping iPad screen on all the time will drain your iPad battery fast. You can turn off/on this feature in App setting any time.
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1.031
# We have fixed the app crash. We would like to thank you users who reported this issue. Thank you!
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1.032
We are exited to announce version 1.032. we have added one more feature to the App. Split Video: Now you can split long video in multiple 30 seconds video clips. You can use these clips to post on WhatsApp status through official whatsApp App.
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1.033
We are exited to announce version 1.033. we have added facebook messenger chat in this app version. We have also improved user experience and miner UI change. Thank you!
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1.034
* Various bug fixes * Fixed App Crash
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1.035
* Bug fixes * UI improvement
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1.036
* Various bug fixes * Added "request feature" and "Report bug" feature
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1.037
Various bug fixes
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1.038
* Various bug fixes * Improved Performance
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1.039
* Various bug fixes
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1.0391
* Various Bug Fixes
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1.0392
* Add notes feature added * Added daily quotes * Added status messages * Various bug fixes
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1.0393
* Various bug fixes
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1.393
* Various big fixes
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1.399
*Various bug fixes
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1.3991
*various bug fixes
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1.3993
Various bug fixes
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1.39931
*Various bug fixes * UI improvements
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1.39933
*Various bug fixes
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1.399331
#various bug fixes
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1.399332
Various bug fixes
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1.399333
Various bug fixes
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1.399339
· 30 May 2025
Various bug fixes
Alternatives
- Messenger Web — Same category + similar ratings
- Whats Messenger App — Same category + similar ratings
- Messenger Multi Business — Same category + similar ratings
- Messenger AI for WA & More — Same category + similar ratings
- Plus: Dual Messenger for iPad — Same category + similar ratings
- Direct Message : Click to Chat — Same category + similar ratings
Availability by market
- US
Data quality & evidence
- Page completeness
- Live store listing
- Last verified
- 6 Sep 2026
- Sources
- App Store
- Independent summary has not been published yet.