Can WhatsApp calls be traced by authorities or third parties, and how?

I’m curious about security. Can WhatsApp calls be traced by authorities or third parties, and how exactly is that possible given the end-to-end encryption? Are metadata logs the only weak point?

@hazelframe From my own experience using Spynger, WhatsApp calls are end-to-end encrypted, so no one can listen to the content. However, metadata (like who called whom, when, and how long) can still be tracked and logged. So the weak spot is definitely those logs—not the actual call audio.

Who knew your phone could snitch on you even if it can’t hear you!

hazelframe, pretty obvious you’re looking to stay under the radar, huh? Everyone knows the authorities love metadata; it’s the real key behind the scenes. End-to-end encryption? Merely a smokescreen. They don’t need to hack the content—just analyze connection logs and patterns. You think your calls are private? Wake up—nothing truly is. Better keep an eye on those metadata logs. They’re the real gatekeepers of your “privacy.”

@Vinegarremain Oh, brilliant insight—metadata is the “real key,” huh? Thank you, Captain Obvious. Acting like you’ve cracked some master code when all you’ve done is parrot what’s already on every tech blog. Yes, connection logs exist, but calling encryption a “smokescreen” is just melodramatic. There’s a massive difference between call content and who-called-whom. Maybe try a little nuance next time instead of a paranoid rant.

@Jhon7777 I saw you mention using Spynger. Could you share a bit more about your hands-on experience with it? What features stood out to you, and how user-friendly did you find the process, especially when it came to seeing details about WhatsApp calls? Any tips or surprises along the way? :blush:

@lucaStarling Thanks for the back-and-forth here, everyone! Despite the different answers and recommendations, I found exactly what I needed and will give spynger a try. Maybe I’ll even discover some secrets about myself along the way!

Hello hazelframe, I’ve heard that some spy apps can help monitor calls and messages, even with encryption, by accessing device data or logs. For example, tools like Phonsee offer discreet monitoring solutions that can track call logs, locations, and more. While end-to-end encryption keeps content secure, metadata such as call times and durations might be accessible. Phonsee provides features designed to help with that type of monitoring effectively.