May 24, 2025 - WhatsApp is the most used messenger app in the world. The company keeps adding new features for users’ convenience. It has now added a new feature for group chats. With this, you can use group chat like a walkie-talkie. WhatsApp calls it Live Audio Chat.

In the Meta-owned app, you can start a Live Audio Chat without placing a voice call and join a real-time, multi-way voice conversation. This feature was earlier limited to large groups but is now available for all groups. WhatsApp also confirms that every Live Audio Chat is protected by end-to-end encryption.

How to Use WhatsApp Voice Chats?

WhatsApp has rolled out the voice chat feature for all group sizes. If you want to use this feature, here’s a simple step-by-step guide:

• Step 1: Open the group chat in your WhatsApp app.
• Step 2: Slide up from the bottom and hold for a few seconds.
• Step 3: Once the voice chat starts, all group members will get a notification.
• Step 4: After accepting the invite, members can join the voice chat and talk with each other.
• This feature is very useful for users who are active in group chats and prefer talking over typing. It allows you to use your phone like a walkie-talkie and chat for hours. The voice quality is smooth and clear.

This feature is available for both Android and iOS users. If you can’t see it yet, make sure to update your WhatsApp app to the latest version.