WhatsApp testing feature to save status updates as drafts
- 11-Dec-2025
WhatsApp is developing a useful update for users. Following the successful rollout of message drafts in chat lists, the messaging app is now testing a similar feature for Status updates. Currently available to select Android beta testers, this feature allows users to save unfinished posts. Early feedback indicates that it makes the app more convenient […]
WhatsApp gets Instagram-style ‘Notes’ feature
- 21-Nov-2025
WhatsApp is about to introduce its own version of a status update feature, similar to Instagram Notes. Just as on Instagram, the new feature lets users of the Meta-owned messaging app post a short text update that others can view. In this space, you could let people know what you’re up to or what’s new […]
WhatsApp to allow users to open status updates directly from viewer list
- 11-Sep-2024
WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new feature allowing users to open status updates directly from the list of people who have viewed their status. With the latest update, the Meta-owned app is expanding this functionality to the sheet that displays who has seen your status. Now, users will notice a green ring around a contact’s […]
WhatsApp beta update brings changes to status updates
- 24-Feb-2022
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new privacy shortcut for Android smartphones, allowing users to edit list of those who could see status updates shared by them. According to WABetaInfo, the new WhatsApp shortcut will allow you to manage status privacy settings and the new shortcut is rumoured to work alongside the new caption bar […]