WhatsApp has launched a new paid plan in India called WhatsApp Plus for Rs 79 a month. So, what happens to regular users? Is WhatsApp not free anymore? We break down all the details for you.<img>WhatsApp has become a daily essential for smartphone users. Now, for the first time, the company has launched a paid subscription plan in India called WhatsApp Plus for Rs 79 a month.<img>Don’t worry, the basic WhatsApp app remains free. Core features like messaging, calls, and status updates are not affected by the new paid plan. You only pay if you want extra features.<img>The WhatsApp Plus plan is all about customisation. For Rs 79 a month, you get 18 new colour themes, 14 app icons, exclusive ringtones, and the ability to pin up to 20 chats.<img>To subscribe, go to WhatsApp Settings, find the ‘Subscriptions’ option, and follow the payment steps. The feature is rolling out slowly, so it may not be available to everyone yet.<img>India is WhatsApp’s biggest market. Experts say this Rs 79 plan is Meta’s first step to test the waters and build a future premium service, potentially generating massive revenue.
