A WhatsApp moderation system error locked users out worldwide, displaying an under review message
The issue started showing up on Monday evening
Aug 04, 2026
10:28 am
What's the storyA sudden technical glitch in WhatsApp's automated moderation system has left users around the globe locked out of their accounts.
The issue started showing up on Monday evening, with a message stating that their account was "under review."
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