The SIM Binding Rule set to take effect on March 1, 2026, will require messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to link to a SIM card, causing potential limitations on multi-device usage and WhatsApp Web.
Starting March 1, 2026, the Indian government plans to implement the SIM Binding Rule, which will mandate that popular messaging applications such as WhatsApp and Telegram must be linked to a mobile SIM card. This regulation aims to curb digital fraud by ensuring that all users are verified through their SIM connections. Consequently, this could introduce significant limitations on the use of these applications across multiple devices and could affect the functionality of services such as WhatsApp Web.
