4 October 2021

We’re aware that some people are experiencing issues with WhatsApp at the moment. We’re working to get things back to normal and will send an update here as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience!

— WhatsApp (@WhatsApp) October 4, 2021

Facebook-owned Whatsapp being down is a reminder that you and your friends should probably be using a more private, non-profit alternative like @Signalapp anyway (or another open-source app of your choice). It's just as free, and takes like 30 seconds to switch. #facebookdown

— Edward Snowden (@Snowden) October 4, 2021

WhatsApp users right now https://t.co/DLApm701Tz

— Thando Thabooty (@Thando_Thabethe) October 4, 2021