As of October 24, 2023, WhatsApp no longer supports Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
While you might be looking for a way to use WhatsApp on an older device, I have to break some bad news: WhatsApp officially stopped supporting Android 4.4.4 (KitKat) as of October 24, 2023 [14, 15].
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If you still wish to attempt a manual installation for data recovery or archival purposes, follow these steps.
Call to Action: If you found this guide helpful, bookmark it and share it with anyone still rocking an old Galaxy or Moto. And if you finally decide to upgrade, use WhatsApp’s local backup feature to move your 5+ years of chat history without losing a single message.
What's new in version 2.44.4: According to WhatsApp's release notes, version 2.44.4 includes bug fixes and performance improvements. However, I couldn't find a detailed changelog for this specific version.
As of April 2026, WhatsApp no longer supports Android 4.4.4 (KitKat). Official support for this version ended on January 1, 2025. Current Support Status