WhatsApp Web calling is finally becoming a reality. Meta-owned WhatsApp has started rolling out support for voice and video calls directly through web browsers, marking one of the platform’s biggest calling updates in recent years.
The feature removes the need for users to install WhatsApp’s Windows or Mac desktop application to make or receive calls. According to WhatsApp, the update is being released in phases and will become available to users globally over the coming weeks.
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How does WhatsApp Web calling work?
With the latest update, users can place both voice and video calls directly from WhatsApp Web using a supported browser.
To make a call, users simply need to relaunch WhatsApp Web, open an individual chat and tap the audio or video call icon. During the first call, the browser will request permission to access the device’s microphone and camera before connecting the call.
Until now, WhatsApp users could make voice and video calls only through the mobile apps or the dedicated desktop applications for Windows and Mac.
What other calling features are coming?
Alongside browser-based calling, WhatsApp has introduced several new features aimed at improving group calling and video quality.
A new Call Transfer feature allows users to move an ongoing group call between devices without disconnecting. For example, a call started on a smartphone can now be transferred seamlessly to WhatsApp Web or the desktop app for a larger viewing experience.
WhatsApp has also added a Waiting Room feature for call links. When users enable the “Require approval to join” option while creating a call link, participants must wait for the host’s approval before entering the call. The feature works similarly to waiting rooms available on video conferencing platforms.
A few more updates rolling out:
— Kunal Shah (@kunalb11) July 28, 2026
*Call Transfer* lets you move an active group call from one device to another without hanging up.
*Waiting Room* lets you approve who joins your group calls before they're let in.
And we've launched *Background Noise Suppression* so your calls…
Other features include QuickHD which allows users to change to high-definition video quality straight away after logging into their calls.
There is also the Noise Suppression feature that will allow for the minimization of background noise when making calls. According to WhatsApp, this particular feature is not mandatory and can be turned on or off at will through in-call settings.
Why is this update important?
Through this update, WhatsApp Web is slowly but surely transforming into a full-fledged video conferencing platform.
Voice calling came to WhatsApp on its Android and iOS versions in 2015, whereas video calling was added in 2016. Support for making calls through WhatsApp was added to the desktop versions for Windows and Mac in 2023.
Now, with the availability of browser-based voice and video calls from WhatsApp Web, users will be able to make calls without installing any separate software.
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WhatsApp revealed that the new calling features have been rolled out gradually and will come to all users across the world in the coming few weeks.
FAQs
Q1. Is it possible to use voice and video calls on WhatsApp Web?
Yes. WhatsApp has made it possible to use voice and video calls on WhatsApp Web.
Q2. What new calling features does WhatsApp offer?
WhatsApp has introduced browser-based voice and video calling, Call Transfer, Waiting Room for group calls, QuickHD video quality, and Noise Suppression.
