WhatsApp for Mac 24.4.79: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new stable update for the Mac app, available on the App Store: the build number is 24.4.79.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is releasing new improvements and bug fixes for all users!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Changelog about? | New update |
| Status? | Available |
| Compatibility? | WhatsApp for Mac 24.4.79 is marked as a compatible update. |
| I have the same version but I don't have one of the new features mentioned in this article. Why? | Please verify that you’re using the correct version of WhatsApp by opening the App Store on your Mac, as these improvements and fixes are available to everyone on the latest version of the app. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.5.10.72: what’s new? WhatsApp is working on a chat interoperability feature to comply with new EU regulations! |
WhatsApp releases a bug-fix update for the Mac app
With the latest updates, WhatsApp is rolling out several improvements specifically for Mac users. These updates introduce new features and address several issues, making the experience more stable. Just days ago, WhatsApp rolled out the 24.4.79 update for Mac via the App Store. Upon reviewing the official changelog on the App Store, we can see that WhatsApp is preparing to launch another update to enhance the user experience.

The official changelog mentions several improvements for both stability and functionality. These enhancements allows users to efficiently jump to the next chat after archiving the current one. The update introduces personalized wallpaper settings for both light and dark modes. WhatsApp is also optimizing the experience for older operating systems. Additionally, users can now experiment with improvements to media thumbnails, chat banners, and voice messaging functionality. WhatsApp has also addresses numerous bugs and issues reported by users in this update, including fixes for selecting very long messages and sending media via drag and drop.
Looking at this changelog, WhatsApp is putting real effort into improving the Mac app. The updates and fixes show a focus on making the experience smoother and more reliable for Mac users. From better navigation to fixing bugs, the changes point to a broad push to improve both how the app works and how easy it is to use.
The new bug-fix update, which also includes several performance improvements, is available for Mac users who install the latest version of WhatsApp from the App Store. Make sure to install this update to enjoy a better user experience.
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