- WhatsApp has launched a dedicated app for iPad, available for download on the App Store, bringing the full suite of WhatsApp features to Apple's tablets.
- The iPad app supports multitasking features like Stage Manager, Split View, and Slide Over, as well as Apple accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil.
- WhatsApp for iPad utilizes the platform's multi-device technology for seamless syncing across devices (iPhone, Mac, iPad) without a constant phone connection.
WhatsApp for iPad is officially available for download on the App Store, Meta confirmed in a blog post released today. This launch marks a major milestone for the widely used messaging app, long requested by users seeking a tablet-optimized experience.
WhatsApp for iPad with full feature
The newly launched WhatsApp for iPad allows users to send messages, make video and voice calls, and share files with the same ease as on the iPhone. Users can engage in group video calls with up to 32 participants, share their screen during calls, and toggle between front and rear cameras, all within a user interface optimized for iPadOS.
Importantly, the app integrates seamlessly with iPad’s productivity features. Users can take advantage of Stage Manager, Split View, and Slide Over, enabling them to chat while browsing, take notes, or join a video call while viewing shared documents.
WhatsApp has also confirmed compatibility with Apple accessories such as the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil.
Multi-device sync and end-to-end encryption
WhatsApp for iPad operates using the platform’s multi-device technology, which enables users to access their chats across iPhone, Mac, and now iPad — without requiring a constant phone connection.
All conversations on the iPad app are protected by end-to-end encryption, for better privacy. This means that messages, calls, and shared media remain secure and inaccessible to third parties, including WhatsApp itself.
Additionally, features like chat lock give users the ability to add another layer of protection to sensitive conversations, especially useful when sharing an iPad with family members or colleagues.
Compatibility and device requirements
According to WhatsApp, the new iPad app supports modern multitasking features like Stage Manager on a range of devices, including:
- iPad Pro (M4)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)
- iPad Air (5th generation and later)
- iPad Air 11-inch (M2 and later)
- iPad Air 13-inch (M2 and later)
Users with compatible iPads can download the app directly from the App Store starting today.
