Reducing data usage on WhatsApp can help conserve mobile data while staying connected with friends and family. Here's a guide to minimize data consumption:

1. Enable Data Saver Mode:

- Activate Data Saver: Enable WhatsApp's data-saving feature within the app.

- Settings > Data and storage usage > Data saver > Toggle on.

2. Limit Media Auto-Download:

- Adjust Media Download Settings: Configure media auto-download preferences to reduce data usage.

- Settings > Data and storage usage > When using mobile data > Uncheck media types you don't want to download automatically (e.g., images, videos, documents).

3. Restrict Background Data:

- Limit Background Data Usage: Prevent WhatsApp from consuming data in the background.

- On iPhone: Settings > General > Background App Refresh > Toggle off for WhatsApp.

- On Android: Settings > Apps > WhatsApp > Data Usage > Restrict Background Data.

4. Use Wi-Fi Whenever Possible: Read more : https://iabconcept.com/blog/how-to-reduce-data-usage-on-whatsapp