In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of WhatsApp not working on Custom/GSI ROMs. While installing these ROMs does give you the perfect opportunity to break free from the shackles of the stock ecosystem and welcome abode tons of new features, but on the flip side, it does brings in a few caveats as well. For instance, issues with Play Integrity would result in your inability to use banking and payment apps.
Likewise, we are now also witnessing numerous issues with the instant messaging app from Meta as well. Many have voiced their concern that WhatsApp is not working on their custom/GSI ROM. Even after installing the official version from the Play Store, when they launch the app, they are greeted with the “You need the official WhatsApp” message, and that’s just about it. If you are also facing the same issue, then this guide will help you rectify it. Follow along for the fix.
Fix WhatsApp Not Working on Custom/GSI ROM
In order to get this job done, you’ll have to fake the bootloader status and show it as locked. Here’s how it can be done. Droidwin and its members wouldn’t be held responsible in case of a thermonuclear war, your alarm doesn’t wake you up, or if anything happens to your device, and data by performing the below steps. NOTE: This guide will not work if your phone number has been banned by WhatsApp.
- Root your ROM via Magisk and then install LSPosed Framework.
- Then download the Play Integrity Fix Module and flash it via Magisk.
- After that, download and install the Bootloader Spoofer from GitHub.
- Then launch LSPosed, go to Modules, and select Bootloader Spoofer.
- Tap on the overflow icon at the top right > Hide > Uncheck System Apps.
- Now, enable the toggle next to Activate Module and check Key Attestation.
- Also check: System Framework, Android System WebView, Google, Google Play Store, Google Play Services, Magisk, Android System, System UI, and WhatsApp.
- Now delete the data of Google Play Services, Google Play Store, and WhatsApp.
- Then install the Key Attestation app. Now launch LSPosed. go to BootloaderSpoofer, and checkmark the Key Attestation app.
- Now restart your device. Then launch BootloaderSpoofer and verify that the bootloader has been spoofed to Locked.
- Finally, launch WhatsApp and should now be able to use it without any issues.
That’s it. These were the steps to fix the issue of WhatsApp not working on Custom/GSI ROMs. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution as soon as possible.
