How to Update WhatsApp Without Play Store
When it comes to the messaging apps, WhatsApp is at the number one position with 1.5 billion total users. WhatsApp consistently releases updates to add new features. Recently, it added Dark Mode and Fingerprint lock feature.
You can use WhatsApp on almost all platforms like Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows. Its web version is also available. But, you don’t need to update the web version.
While updating the WhatsApp app to the new version, you may face some issues because of server load, because millions of users trying to update the app. However, most of the people successfully get the new version without a problem.
Well, it doesn’t matter why you are unable to update the app. Play Store can give a lot of error codes. Here is how to update WhatsApp to the newer version without Play Store on Android phone.
Why do you need to update WhatsApp without Play Store?
You may face some problems from Google Play Store while updating the apps. Below is the list of some common reasons.
- You’re unable to access Play Store.
- Play Store gives error codes.
- There is insufficient space in the device.
- This app is incompatible with your Android device.
- This item is not available in your country.
You may need to delete the Play Store cache from the settings or remove & re-add Google account to your Android device to get rid of most of the problems.
If you are still unable to get the new version, you need to download the apk installer file of the app.
Note: Before proceeding, you need to backup your WA account data. Installing apk files from the outside PlayStore may delete your app data. Also, note that, do not download the apk files from the untrusted sources. Mod apps may harmful for your privacy, security, and account.
Steps to Update WhatsApp Without Play Store
- Open the browser on the Android device and open the official WhatsApp website and apkmirror.com to get the apk file. Below are the links.
- Download the latest version apk file of the WhatsApp app. You can also try beta versions. On apkmirror, you need to select the processor architecture. ARM64 is most commonly used. You need to find it yourself according to the device model.
- You may need to enable unknown sources to download the apk file on the browser. On a newer version of Android, the browser will prompt the popup to enable it while you trying to download the apk. Select Settings > Allow from this source. Otherwise, you can find and enable this option is phone Settings > Security > Unknown source.
- Open File Manager and open the Download folder and tap on the downloaded file. Install the apk file and wait for a few seconds and you’re done.
If you want to update WhatsApp from Google Play Store, then open the Play Store and search for the WhatsApp. Otherwise, go to My Apps and Games and find the app. Tap on the Update button to proceed.
So, by following the above steps, you can install the new version easily. However, you may still see some errors due to device problems i.e. insufficient space and error codes.
To solve the There’s insufficient space on the device error, you need to free up storage on your device. Also, you need to clear the Google Play Store cache from phone Settings > Apps & Notifications > App info > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear Cache.
To free up device memory storage, you can uninstall the unused apps or move your data to an external SD card. Also, check the WhatsApp sent images and videos using the File manager app. Open file manager and go to folders, WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Images/Sent, and WhatsApp/Media/WhatsApp Video/Sent. Delete files from these folders.
Conclusion
Now you know how to update WhatsApp without Google Play Store. However, it is risky to download the apk files from the web. Because infected and mod apps may contain malware and viruses. But, if you get the app from the trusted websites, you can install without worrying about it. Apkmirror access and provides apk’s from Google servers. The official website also offers the apk file.
Well, first you need to use Play Store and solve the common errors. Read the most common problems and solutions from the official WA website.
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