WhatsApp Proxy Servers: How to send messages without internet - Step-by-step guide

WhatsApp Proxy Servers: Meta-owned WhatsApp is known to introduce features keeping in mind the needs of users. The instant messaging platform has now introduced 'WhatsApp proxy support' or 'WhatsApp proxy server' for users. This will let people connect with friends and family even when the internet is blocked or disrupted. This will allow WhatsApp users to connect freely in all circumstances. 

What are WhatsApp Proxy Servers

WhatsApp proxy servers can be set up by volunteers or organisations in case of no internet connectivity. WhatsApp users can connect to these servers and use them to communicate freely.

The announcement was made by WhatsApp CEO Will Cathcart on Twitter.

“Happy New Year! While many of us celebrated by texting our loved ones on WA, there are millions of people in Iran and elsewhere who continue to be denied the right to communicate freely and privately. So today we’re making it easier for anyone to connect to WA using a proxy,” Cathcart said in a Tweet.

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WhatsApp Proxy Server: How to connect to a proxy on Android

Step 1: In order to connect to a proxy, users must make sure that they are using the latest version of WhatsApp.

Step 2: In the Chats tab, tap More options and then select Settings.

Step 3: Tap Storage and Data and then go to Proxy.

Step 4: Tap Use Proxy.

Step 5: Tap Set Proxy and enter the proxy address.

Step 6:  Tap Save.

Step 7: A check mark will show if the connection is successful.

If you are still unable to send or receive WhatsApp messages using a proxy, chances are that the proxy may have been blocked. In that case, users will have long-press the blocked proxy address to delete it. They can then enter a new proxy address to try again.

WhatsApp Proxy Server: How to connect to a proxy on iPhone

Step 1: Make sure you are using the latest version of WhatsApp.

Step 2: Go to WhatsApp Settings.

Step 3: Tap Storage and Data and then go to Proxy.

Step 4: Tap Use Proxy.

Step 5: Enter the proxy address and tap Save to connect.

Step 6: A check mark will show if the connection is successful.

If you are still unable to send or receive WhatsApp messages using a proxy, that proxy may have been blocked. Try again using a different proxy address.