WhatsApp now lets people join a call without an account: here's how

Author: Cédric AmoussouPublished on: October 19, 2026Country: United States
Technology
WhatsApp now lets people join a call without an account: here's how

WhatsApp is introducing guest calls, allowing people without an account to join audio or video calls through a link. The organizer creates the link from the Calls tab, and must approve the guest after they enter their name in a browser. Individual and group calls can include up to 32 participants, with screen sharing and reactions; Meta says calls are free, end-to-end encrypted, and have no announced time limit. Guests cannot see other participants’ phone numbers, send messages, or add people, and the organizer can remove them at any time.

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