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ChatGPT Returns to WhatsApp in Europe

The Neuron 15 July 2026, 09:50

OpenAI restored access to ChatGPT on WhatsApp in the European Economic Area after Meta had removed it in January 2026, following an EU Commission order in June 2026 requiring Meta to reinstate competing AI assistants. Users in the 30-country region have been able to reach ChatGPT via the number +1-800-242-8478 since July 13, 2026, with support for text, images, and voice messages across multiple languages. The service allows optional account linking to sync chat history and context, though usage limits for unlinked accounts remain unclear.

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ChatGPT is now available on WhatsApp in Europe after EU regulations forced Meta to open the messaging app to rival AI bots.

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