WhatsApp: how it is built

Company United States

WhatsApp is a company in social networks and media platforms founded in 2009-02-24 (incorporated); app launched May 2009^[1] and based in the United States. Its parent organization is Meta Platforms^[1].

“Use WhatsApp Messenger to stay in touch with friends and family. WhatsApp is free and offers simple, secure, reliable messaging and calling, available on phones all over the world.”^[2]

Founded: 2009-02-24 (incorporated); app launched May 2009
Employees: 1000+
Sources: 1210 sites

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en.wikipedia.org30 items · read 13 hours ago
investor.atmeta.com10 items · read 13 hours ago
businesstoday.in8 items · read 13 hours ago
developers.facebook.com4 items · read 13 hours ago
exchange4media.com4 items · read 13 hours ago
business.whatsapp.com3 items · read 13 hours ago