Google steps up its warnings about the end of this Messages feature
Google has increased warnings that the QR code sign‑in feature for Messages on the web will be discontinued. The feature still functions for now, but users are advised to prepare for its removal. Google recommends exploring alternative ways to access Messages on desktop.
- ▪Google announced that the QR code pairing method for Messages on the web will be phased out in the near future.
- ▪The warning messages have been updated in the Android Messages app and on Google’s support pages.
- ▪The QR code sign‑in continues to work currently, but it will stop working once the feature is retired.
- ▪Google suggests using other access methods, such as linking the phone number or using the dedicated Android Messages app on a computer.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.androidauthority.com/google-messages-qr-web-3692106/ |
| Publication time | Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:02:02 +0000 |
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