Status
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VisitStatus vs WhatsApp
What both publish
| Fact | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2017 | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Zug, Switzerland | LinkedIn lists WhatsApp headquarters at Menlo Park, California. |
| Messaging | The messenger offers decentralised messaging with metadata privacy and end-to-end encryption. | Chats support text formatting, stickers, GIFs, emoji reactions, voice notes and video notes. |
Status plans
- StatusFree
WhatsApp plans
- WhatsAppFree
- WhatsApp Business appFree
- WhatsApp MessengerFree
- WhatsApp Business PlatformPriced on request
Pick Status if…
Status may suit people who want a wallet, private messaging, and browser access in one app. Its community features and desktop network role may also interest users of token-gated groups and the Waku network.
Pick WhatsApp if…
WhatsApp suits people who want a free way to message and call across phones, computers, and the web. It also offers business features for showcasing products and services and building customer relationships.