Policy2 hOctober 25, 2026, 11:20

India to require active SIMs for WhatsApp and Telegram in 2027

India will require messaging apps to tie accounts to active SIM cards starting in 2027. Web versions must log users out at least every six hours, with relinking via QR code.

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India to require active SIMs for WhatsApp and Telegram in 2027

Rule takes effect in 2027
Messenger accounts tied to an active SIM
Web sessions log out every six hours
Relinking via QR code

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