Copilot is leaving WhatsApp and other messaging apps: What's next

Overview

Microsoft announced that Copilot will no longer be available on WhatsApp starting January 15, 2026, due to recent updates to WhatsApp's platform policies that prohibit all LLM chatbots. Copilot will also stop working on other third-party messaging apps on the same date. Microsoft is directing users to continue using Copilot through its mobile app, website, and Windows and Mac desktop apps.

Key Takeaways

Copilot will leave WhatsApp and other third-party messaging apps on January 15, 2026.
The change is due to WhatsApp policy updates prohibiting all LLM chatbots.
Copilot launched on WhatsApp in late 2024.
Users can continue with Copilot on mobile, web, Windows, and Mac.
Chat history cannot be transferred and should be exported before January 15, 2026.

Stats & Key Facts

#Copilot launched on WhatsApp in late 2024
#Service ends on third-party messaging apps January 15, 2026

What is changing

Copilot is being discontinued on WhatsApp and similar apps.

›Starting January 15, 2026, Copilot will no longer be available on WhatsApp.
›Copilot will also no longer be supported on other third-party messaging apps from the same date.
›Copilot launched on WhatsApp in late 2024.

The change is due to recent updates to WhatsApp's platform policies prohibiting all LLM chatbots from the platform effective January 15, and as a result Copilot will be discontinued.

What happens next

Access ends fully after the cutoff date.

›Copilot on WhatsApp remains available through January 15, 2026.
›After that date, the service will no longer function.
›The same timing applies to Copilot on other messaging platforms where it has been available.

Microsoft says it is working to ensure a smooth transition and continued Copilot access on mobile, web, and PC.

Where to use Copilot instead

Microsoft points users to its own surfaces.

›The Copilot mobile app is available on iOS and Android.
›Copilot on the web is available at copilot.com.
›Copilot is available on Windows and on Mac through their respective app stores.

These experiences offer the core features users expect plus additional functionality such as Copilot Voice, Vision, and Mico, a companion presence. Users can also chat with Copilot on the GroupMe app and use the new Groups feature.

Saving your conversations

Chat history will not carry over.

›Microsoft recommends exporting chat history using WhatsApp's built-in tools before January 15, 2026.
›Copilot cannot transfer chat history to other surfaces because access on third-party messaging apps is unauthenticated.
›Users who want to keep conversations should export them using each app's export tools.

Cost and features after the move

Microsoft addresses pricing and feature parity in its FAQ.

›There is no cost to get started with Copilot on the web or in the desktop and mobile apps.
›Certain features require a subscription and usage limits may apply.
›The Copilot apps and website provide the core features from third-party chat apps plus many additional capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Copilot leave WhatsApp?

Copilot will no longer be available on WhatsApp starting January 15, 2026, and the service will not function after that date.

Why is Copilot leaving WhatsApp?

WhatsApp updated its platform policies to prohibit all LLM chatbots effective January 15, 2026, so Copilot is being discontinued there and on other third-party messaging apps.

Where can I still use Copilot?

You can use Copilot through the mobile app on iOS and Android, the website at copilot.com, the Windows app, and the Mac app.

Can I transfer my chat history?

No. Because access on third-party messaging apps is unauthenticated, Copilot cannot transfer chat history, so you should export it using the app's tools before January 15, 2026.

Does Copilot cost anything on the app or website?

No. You can get started at no cost, though certain features require a subscription and usage limits may apply.

Microsoft is ending Copilot on WhatsApp and other messaging apps on January 15, 2026, and steering users to its mobile, web, and desktop versions.