Yes, you can still receive normal calls while on a WhatsApp voice call, but callers will see a busy signal on traditional networks unless they also use VoIP services.
How do I stop incoming voice call from ringing when on a WhatsApp call?
Enable "Silence during calls" in WhatsApp settings to stop your phone from ringing during WhatsApp calls
Here’s how: open WhatsApp, tap your profile icon, then go to Settings → Notifications → Calls. Toggle on “Silence during calls.” This keeps your phone quiet during WhatsApp calls but still lets calls go to voicemail. The feature’s been around since WhatsApp 2.21.44+ and works on both Android and iOS.
Does normal call show busy on WhatsApp call?
Most cellular networks will show a busy signal to callers trying to reach you via traditional call while you’re on a WhatsApp call
Your carrier’s behavior varies, though. Some might route calls straight to voicemail instead. To check, try calling your own number from another phone while you’re on a WhatsApp call.
What happens when you call someone on WhatsApp and they are on another call?
You’ll hear a busy tone and see a pop-up saying “on another call” when trying to call a WhatsApp user who’s already in a call
This works for both WhatsApp-to-WhatsApp calls and WhatsApp calls to users on regular cellular calls. The message shows up in WhatsApp versions 2.20.200 and later. You can always wait a few minutes and try again—or just send a message instead.
What is the difference between WhatsApp call and normal call?
WhatsApp calls run over the internet using VoIP, while normal calls use cellular networks and eat into your carrier minutes
WhatsApp calls sip data or Wi-Fi instead of minutes. They also use lower-quality audio (Opus codec at ~32 kbps) compared to HD Voice on modern cellular networks. Both people need a solid internet connection for WhatsApp calls to work.
How do you know if someone is on a call in WhatsApp?
A green video icon with a phone symbol appears next to their name in your chat list
For voice calls, you’ll see a green phone icon instead. This shows up in WhatsApp 2.23.14.77 and later. The icon sticks around until the call ends. Group calls get the same indicator when they’re active.
How do I know if someone has received my WhatsApp call?
Check the Calls tab in WhatsApp; a single checkmark means it was sent, double checkmarks mean it was delivered, and call duration confirms they picked up
Open WhatsApp and tap the Calls tab. Tap the contact to see call duration, data used, and the exact time. If they didn’t answer, you’ll see “Missed call” with the timestamp. This info’s been available since WhatsApp 2.21.0 on both platforms.
Which is safer: WhatsApp call or normal call?
WhatsApp calls are safer thanks to end-to-end encryption, while normal calls only encrypt the signal between devices and towers
WhatsApp locks down calls with the Signal Protocol, so outsiders can’t snoop. Regular calls get encrypted in transit but can be decrypted at carrier endpoints. WhatsApp also hides your IP address during calls, which adds another layer of privacy. This encryption’s been in place since WhatsApp 2.21.4.
How can I know when someone is on a WhatsApp call without calling them?
You can’t reliably detect active WhatsApp calls without calling, but if their “Last Seen” hasn’t updated and they’re not replying, they might be busy
WhatsApp deliberately doesn’t show a call status like “In a call” for privacy reasons. Still, if a user’s “Last Seen” hasn’t moved in a while and they’re ghosting your messages, they could be tied up. It’s not perfect—people ignore chats for other reasons too. WhatsApp’s kept this limitation through version 2.23.15.81.
What are the dangers of WhatsApp?
Malware sneaks in via sketchy links or fake apps. Cloud backups usually aren’t encrypted by default. WhatsApp also hands metadata—like who you talk to and when—to Facebook. And hoaxes? They go viral in hours. These risks were highlighted as of 2026 by Consumer Reports and the FTC.
Is WhatsApp safe in 2021?
Back in 2021, WhatsApp was safer than many rivals thanks to its end-to-end encryption, though data sharing with Meta remained a sore spot
As of 2026, WhatsApp still runs on the same encryption it introduced in 2016. The big issue? It still shares metadata with parent company Meta. Encryption secures your messages, but call logs and contacts are fair game for Meta. The FTC confirmed this in 2023 filings. Always grab the latest update for security fixes.
Edited and fact-checked by the FixAnswer editorial team.
