WhatsApp rolls out in-app message translations with on-device privacy
WhatsApp is making it easier to chat across languages with the rollout of message translations on both Android and iPhone. The feature, announced on September..
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WhatsApp has launched in-app message translations on Android and iPhone, allowing users to overcome language barriers by translating messages directly within chats. This new feature aims to connect its over 3 billion users across more than 180 countries.
- Translations are processed on-device, ensuring user privacy as WhatsApp cannot access chat content.
- The feature, announced on September 23, 2025, allows users to translate messages in 1:1 chats, groups, and Channels.
- Android users can enable automatic translations for entire chat threads, while iPhone supports over 19 languages from launch, and Android supports 6 languages including English and Spanish.
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