WhatsApp Web Gets Voice & Video Calling, Screen Sharing, and More
WhatsApp has started rolling out one of its most requested updates, bringing voice and video calling directly to WhatsApp Web. Users can now make and receive calls through a web browser without installing the desktop application.
The update is designed to improve accessibility, especially for people using shared computers or work devices where installing software may not be possible.
Voice and Video Calls on WhatsApp Web
With the latest update, WhatsApp Web now supports:
- Voice calls directly from a web browser
- Video calls without the desktop app
- One-on-one and group calling
- End-to-end encrypted conversations
- Free calls with no time limits
The feature allows users to stay connected without switching devices or downloading additional software.
Screen Sharing and Calls Tab
WhatsApp has also introduced several improvements to enhance the calling experience.
New additions include:
- Screen sharing during calls
- Emoji reactions while on a call
- A dedicated Calls tab
- Easy access to recent call history
- Quick access to favorite contacts
These features make WhatsApp Web more suitable for both personal and professional communication.
Move Calls Between Devices
Another new feature is Call Transfer, allowing users to move an ongoing call between supported devices without disconnecting.
For example, you can:
- Start a call on your smartphone and continue it on WhatsApp Web.
- Move a call from your computer back to your phone whenever needed.
This provides a more seamless experience across multiple devices.
New Privacy and Call Quality Features
WhatsApp is also introducing additional improvements to enhance security and call quality.
The latest updates include:
- Approval-based call links, where hosts can require permission before participants join.
- Noise suppression, helping reduce background sounds during voice and video calls.
- QuickHD, a feature that delivers high-definition video much faster at the beginning of a video call.
These additions aim to improve both the quality and security of online conversations.
Gradual Rollout
WhatsApp says the new calling features are being released gradually. Some users may receive the update earlier than others, while wider availability is expected over the coming weeks.
Once the rollout is complete, users will be able to enjoy a more complete calling experience directly from WhatsApp Web, making browser-based communication more convenient than ever.
