WhatsApp Users Hit by ‘Under Review’ Account Issue

Several WhatsApp users in India and multiple other countries reported an unexpected disruption after their accounts were automatically placed under "Under Review" status for nearly 24 hours on August 3, 2026. The issue temporarily prevented affected users from sending messages, making voice or video calls, and updating their WhatsApp Status, causing widespread inconvenience.

As reports spread across social media platforms, many users expressed concern over the unexpected account restrictions and sought clarification from WhatsApp. However, Meta and WhatsApp have not yet issued an official statement explaining the reason behind the issue or confirmed how many users were affected. The exact scope and cause of the disruption remain unclear.