Hi Copilot , I would like to have WhatsApp installed inside my Windows 8 Laptop ....... but after I download the software and try to run it ....... nothing happens ......... it refuse to run ! Does it mean that WhatsApp do not support Windows 8 Operating System ? THANKS for the answer.
MICROSOFT Copilot Answer
You're absolutely right to suspect compatibility issues here. As of 2025, WhatsApp Desktop requires Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher to run properly. That means:
- ✅ Supported: Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit)
- ❌ Not supported: Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7
So yes, WhatsApp no longer supports Windows 8, which is why the app refuses to run on your laptop. Even if you manage to download the installer, it won't launch or function correctly on that operating system.
💡 What You Can Do Instead
Here are a few alternatives you can try:
Use WhatsApp Web
- Visit web.whatsapp.com in your browser.
- Scan the QR code using WhatsApp on your phone.
- This works on most modern browsers, even on Windows 8.
Upgrade to Windows 10 or 11
- If your laptop supports it, upgrading your OS will allow you to install and use the full WhatsApp Desktop app.
Use an Android emulator
- Apps like BlueStacks or NoxPlayer can run WhatsApp inside a virtual Android environment on Windows 8.
Would you like help checking if your laptop can be upgraded to Windows 10 or exploring the emulator option?
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