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Now you can call anyone with WhatsApp, even if they don’t have WhatsApp

WhatsApp introduces guest calling, allowing users to invite anyone to join a call, even without a WhatsApp account.

By · Published October 15, 2026  13:34 UTC · Updated October 15, 2026  14:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: WhatsApp introduces guest calling, allowing users to invite anyone to join a call, even without a WhatsApp account.
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Zoom and Google Meet are set to lose users as WhatsApp introduces a guest calling feature, allowing users to invite anyone to join a call, even without a WhatsApp account. This move is seen as a significant challenge to the dominance of Zoom and Google Meet in the video conferencing market.

The feature was first spotted by 9to5Google and has since been confirmed by multiple outlets, including Facebook. Facebook, the parent company of WhatsApp, has announced the new feature, allowing users to invite anyone to a WhatsApp call, regardless of whether they have a WhatsApp account.

This move is expected to make WhatsApp a more appealing option for users looking for a simple and secure way to make video calls. With WhatsApp's large user base and secure encryption, it is likely to be a popular choice for users looking for a reliable and secure way to make video calls.

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Questions people are asking

What is WhatsApp's guest calling feature?

WhatsApp's guest calling feature allows users to invite anyone to join a call, even without a WhatsApp account.

What is the impact of WhatsApp's guest calling feature on Zoom and Google Meet?

The feature is expected to be a significant challenge to the dominance of Zoom and Google Meet in the video conferencing market.

Is WhatsApp's guest calling feature available for all users?

Yes, the feature is now available for all WhatsApp users.

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