Category: ANDROID

WhatsApp is developing secondary accounts that allow parents to manage a linked account for younger users. These accounts limit messaging and calling to contacts by default, let parents review privacy settings, and share activity updates without exposing message content.

WhatsApp is rolling out new features to make chats more organized and engaging. The update introduces member tags for group chats, customizable text stickers, and event reminders to help users express themselves and manage activities more efficiently.

Sharing concepts is a great way to provide feedback and suggestions for potential new features on WhatsApp. After exploring the concept of WhatsApp calls on Apple Watch, we're excited to introduce another one about a system for importing custom notification tones and accessing a dedicated in-app Tones Store!

Explore the major features and improvements that made 2025 a standout year for WhatsApp. From the new iPad and Apple Watch apps to Private Processing for secure AI features, and the upcoming username system, discover how WhatsApp has enhanced modern communication, and see what we can expect in 2026 to further improve the user experience.

WhatsApp is launching a festive update to make New Year messaging, calls, and Status updates more fun and expressive. The update introduces a 2026 animated sticker pack, video call effects, confetti reactions, and animated Status layouts to help users celebrate and connect in creative ways.