WhatsApp Soon To Launch Support For Voice And Video Calls On Web Platforms

WhatsApp is expanding its web platform by introducing support for group voice and video calls, currently available to select beta testers who can now place calls directly from their browsers. This upcoming addition builds on the individual calling feature that was previously introduced on WhatsApp Web in 2026 and is expected to be rolled out to more users in the coming weeks.

Earlier, WhatsApp Web only allowed one-to-one voice and video calls. With this latest update, the functionality is being extended to group chats, making the web experience more aligned with what is already available on mobile devices and desktop applications.

As reported by WABetaInfo, eligible users will notice a call icon at the top of group chat windows on WhatsApp Web. Tapping it allows them to start either a voice or video call, and they can also choose specific participants instead of automatically including all group members.

Both voice and video group calls will support up to 32 participants, matching the limit on WhatsApp’s mobile and desktop versions. This ensures a consistent experience across platforms in terms of call capacity.

WhatsApp has also confirmed that these group calls on the web will be secured with end-to-end encryption using the Signal protocol. This ensures that only participants in the call can access its content, with neither WhatsApp nor its parent company Meta able to view or listen in.

Additionally, the web version will support call links, allowing users to create and share invite links for group calls. These links will be unique and will expire after 30 days of inactivity. Users will also have the option to enable a waiting room for better control over who joins the call.

For video calls, WhatsApp Web will include screen-sharing support, enabling users to present documents, slides, or other content directly from their browser. However, this feature will be limited to video calls and won’t be available during voice-only sessions.

The update is especially useful for users who rely heavily on WhatsApp Web. While some Windows users prefer browser access, it could be even more beneficial for Linux users, since WhatsApp does not currently offer a dedicated desktop app for that platform.

At present, the feature is available only to a limited group of beta testers. Users who do not yet see the group calling option will likely receive it in a future update, though WhatsApp has not announced a specific rollout timeline.