WhatsApp to partner with a new GIF provider

WhatsApp to partner with a new GIF provider

WhatsApp is preparing to replace Tenor with Klipy as its GIF provider.

This change is associated with the latest beta update for iOS, version 26.2.10.70, released via the TestFlight beta program.

However, the feature is still under development and not yet available for beta testing.

Klipy is a content platform that offers a vast collection of animated GIFs, memes, and stickers, and it can be integrated into apps and services through an official API for GIF searches.

Klipy integration to enhance user experience

The integration of Klipy into WhatsApp will allow users to search and share GIFs, just like they currently do with GIPHY and Tenor.

This change comes after the recent update that expanded the GIF keyboard layout from two to three columns, providing a better view of GIFs during searches.

The additional column displays 50% more GIFs, making searches faster and easier for users.

Tenor's discontinuation and WhatsApp's response

Tenor has announced that it will shut down the services provided through its official API on June 30, 2026.

Although new requests and registrations have already been stopped, the biggest change will come at the end of June.

This means WhatsApp users currently searching for GIFs through Tenor won't be able to do so after July 1, 2026.

Klipy to replace Tenor for WhatsApp users

WhatsApp currently allows GIF searches through GIPHY and Tenor.

However, when Tenor discontinues its service, the messaging platform will let current Tenor users search for GIFs using Klipy.

The transition will be seamless, with no action required from the users to switch between services.

They will know the transition is complete when they see "Klipy" label on new GIFs they send.