WhatsApp Introduces Option to Join Calls Without an Account or App

    Meta-owned WhatsApp has announced the Guest Calling feature, which will allow people without an account to join calls. Guests will be able to join one-on-one and group calls by opening an invitation link in a browser. They will not need to create an account or download the app. However, the organizer’s approval will be required to enter the call.    Guests will not be able to start calls themselves and will only be able to accept invitations sent to them. They will not see other participants’ phone numbers and will not be able to send messages or add new people to the call. As a result, guests without accounts will have more limited permissions than other participants. However, there will be no time limit on their participation.    Once the organizer grants approval, guests will be able to use essential calling tools such as screen sharing. They will also be able to raise their hands to request to speak and send like and heart reactions. The feature will work in desktop browsers. This will eliminate the need to create a WhatsApp account for a one-time meeting.    WhatsApp also plans to release a separate calendar add-on in late 2026. The add-on will allow users to create WhatsApp calls directly from Google Calendar and Outlook calendars. The company has not yet announced an exact release date for the new feature. The feature could make scheduling work meetings easier.    The platform expanded its call- and account-related features in 2026. Encrypted calls in browsers have been launched, and account registration via iPad has also been added. Usernames help hide users’ phone numbers from the other party. According to reports, WhatsApp may also be working on a feature for sending messages at a preselected time.