The alternative that will allow full control like hide online status and date last seen. You will need the original in order to verify number if installing first time. WhatsApp+ search Google for it. It's more customizable compared to the stock version found on Google Play.

The alternative 3rd party WhatsApp+ ain't no longer working. You can find how to get it running with Anti-Ban on XDA Developers forum. 1star for making my life harder WhatsApp devs. If only Facebook didn't buy whatsapp to mess it up like this...