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Google Messages’ easiest pairing method is about to disappear

Google Messages will drop its QR code pairing feature in the upcoming v20260511 beta, forcing users to sign in with their Google account for both web and Android access.
May 18, 2026
Google Messages QR code Web pairing Android app Feature removal