WhatsApp down for hours: 5 alternative messaging apps you can use – Times of India

WhatsApp became unserviceable across the world at around 12pm today (October 25). The popular Meta-owned instant messaging service is showing a connection error for several users. DownDetector, the website that tracks internet outages has since been reporting issues with the messaging platform. Users have complained about being unable to make calls or send messages on WhatsApp and some Indian users have faced issues while sending images and videos. However, messaging apps are not confined to WhatsApp as there are several alternatives that are available in India. Here are five alternative messaging apps that you can use while WhatsApp is down.
Telegram
This might be one of the major available alternatives which offer all WhatsApp features and some more. Telegram also offers premium subscriptions that unlock even more options.
iMessage on Apple iPhones
Apple iPhone users can use iMessage to send instant messages and even pictures and videos which will remain encrypted. iMessage comes pre-installed on iPhones. However, won’t allow you to make calls

Google Chat
Google Chat will allow users to call and send text or photo/video messages and is available on multiple platforms.
Facebook Messanger
This is another Meta-owned platform that is available through the social media platform Facebook. Messenger can sync your contacts and also allows group video/voice calls.

Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams also offers cross-platform availability and is equipped with many instant messaging features.