WhatsApp update on Android doesn't work - tips

If the latest WhatsApp update on Android doesn't work, you need to look for the cause. Since there are numerous possibilities for this, it is important to proceed step by step. In some cases, an error code is also displayed, which can help you in your search.

In most cases, WhatsApp updates on Android work without any problems. If not, you can solve the problem yourself.

How to update WhatsApp on Android

Normally, your Android device will automatically update WhatsApp when an update is available. However, in some cases, you will receive the message "Update failed". Assuming an active Internet connection, various causes can be behind this.

• First check whether there is enough free memory on your device. Go to "Memory" under "Settings". There you will get a detailed overview of the memory usage.
• It often already helps to delete the cache of the apps. Navigate via the "Settings" to the "Application Manager" and select "WhatsApp". There, tap under "Cache" on "Clear cache".
• Alternatively, it may help to clear the cache of your Google Play Store. To do this, go to "Settings" > "Apps & Notifications" > "App Info" > "Google Play Store" > "Storage" > "Clear Cache".
• If the WhatsApp update still fails, you should uninstall the app and reinstall it. To do this, create a backup in Google Drive beforehand. This you can load directly during the reinstallation, so that no significant additional effort arises.
• For the error message, you will usually also be shown a code. On the WhatsApp support page you will find the appropriate solution to the corresponding codes.