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WhatsApp Breaks Free: iPhone Users Can Now Use WhatsApp on iPad

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July 23, 2026

In the realm of messaging apps, WhatsApp continues to reign supreme on a global scale, despite iMessage’s popularity in the US. This week, WhatsApp unveiled a significant update aimed at enhancing the user experience for those in the Apple ecosystem.

WhatsApp’s latest blog post announced several key improvements, including enhanced CarPlay functionality, integration with Apple Music, and a groundbreaking change allowing users to sign up without needing an iPhone or Android device for the first time.

The ability to create a WhatsApp account directly on an iPad marks a significant departure from the app’s previous reliance on phone numbers. While WhatsApp has expanded its offerings to include standalone desktop and iPad apps, users previously had to sign up on their iPhone to verify their phone number. With this update, new users can now register directly on the iPad app, completely independent of their iPhone.

Since the introduction of WhatsApp for iPad last year, one of the most requested features has been the ability to create an account on the iPad without linking to a phone. With the latest update, this is now possible. Users can register for WhatsApp directly on the iPad app, set up their account, and get started.

It is likely that this update is connected to the introduction of WhatsApp Usernames, which began accepting pre-reservations in June. This feature allows users to claim a preferred username before signing up, potentially streamlining the registration process for new iPad users.

Additionally, WhatsApp has revamped its CarPlay experience, offering improved functionality for users to manage messages, calls, call history, and favorites directly from the dashboard. Integration with Apple Music and Spotify now allows users to share their music preferences in their WhatsApp Status, adding a personalized touch to their profile.

Sharing music is a form of self-expression, and now you can easily share songs from Apple Music or Spotify to your WhatsApp Status. With just a few taps, your friends can see what you’re currently listening to, making your Status truly unique.

To share music, users can initiate the process directly from the Apple Music app by selecting the “Share” option and choosing “WhatsApp Status.” WhatsApp has also introduced an integrated PDF viewer for web and desktop users, allowing for seamless viewing, highlighting, and annotation of PDF documents without the need for downloading.