July 29, 2026, 1:36 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
After months of testing, WhatsApp is finally rolling out voice and video calls for the web version of its messenger. Desktop users no longer need the app and can make both individual and group calls directly in the browser window. These and other new features are now being gradually released to all users.
Web Calling in the Browser
Since early 2026, WhatsApp has been testing the calling feature in its web application, and in June, group calls were added for select users. But only now is web calling available to all WhatsApp users, as the messenger announced in a blog post. This allows audio and video calls to be initiated and received directly via WhatsApp Web–either one-on-one or in groups.
WhatsApp calls on the computer will no longer require the app. Web calling is aimed primarily at users who only have access to a shared PC or cannot install apps on their work device. The browser version still supports key call functions such as screen sharing, reactions, and end-to-end encryption for secure communication.
Invitation links for group calls, which WhatsApp has also been testing since June, are now available to all users. Additionally, a waiting list feature requires participants to wait for approval from the call creator before joining.
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Seamless Device Switching
WhatsApp is also introducing a new feature called Call Transfer. This allows an ongoing group call to be transferred to another device without interruption. A call can start on a smartphone and later switch to WhatsApp Web or the desktop app–or vice versa.
In the blog post, WhatsApp mentions video conferences for collaborative projects. Call Transfer allows the call to start on the go and continue later on a larger screen.
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Improvements in Image and Sound
With QuickHD, WhatsApp enhances image quality at the start of video calls. Users who have already used the video call feature have likely noticed that the image often appears pixelated in the first few seconds after the connection is established. QuickHD aims to ensure high-resolution video right from the start of the conversation.
Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing noise suppression to reduce background noise, ensuring clearer voice transmission. The setting can be managed during the call.