WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.2.10: what's new?

WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.2.10.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a privacy feature that allows users to display PIX keys on their profiles, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.8.11 update, we announced that WhatsApp was rolling out a new payment feature in Brazil, allowing users to pay for goods and services directly within a chat. This feature streamlines the shopping experience by enabling customers to browse, add items to their cart, and complete payments without leaving WhatsApp. Supported by multiple payment partners like Cielo, Mercado Pago, and Rede, the service accepted Mastercard and Visa debit, credit, and prepaid cards issued by participating banks. It appears that WhatsApp is now introducing additional features to manage payments in Brazil, as some beta testers reported seeing a new privacy setting after updating to the latest beta version. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.2.10 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a privacy feature that allows users to display PIX keys on their profile!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a feature that allows them to choose who can view their PIX Key on their WhatsApp profile. For those unfamiliar, the PIX Key is a unique identifier used in Brazil's PIX payment system, a fast and highly popular instant payment platform developed by the Central Bank of Brazil. It allows users to link their bank account to a simple identifier, such as an email address, phone number, CPF (taxpayer registry ID), or a randomly generated key, making it easier to send and receive payments without needing full banking details. The PIX system has revolutionized digital transactions in Brazil, and its integration into WhatsApp enhances the platform role as a hub for personal and business interactions.

With this new feature, WhatsApp gives users control over who can see their PIX Key on their profile, as they can choose from several privacy options. They can make their PIX Key visible to everyone, allowing all WhatsApp users to view it. Alternatively, they can restrict visibility to only those saved in their contacts. For more control, there's the option to exclude specific contacts from seeing the PIX Key. Lastly, users can choose to hide their PIX Key from everyone entirely, ensuring complete privacy for those who prefer to keep their payment information confidential or only share it when absolutely necessary.

This feature is particularly beneficial for small businesses and freelancers who can choose to display their PIX Key publicly, making it easier for customers to make payments. By selecting the "Everyone" option, businesses can ensure their payment information is accessible to all potential clients directly through WhatsApp, simplifying transactions. On the other hand, some users may prefer to limit visibility to trusted contacts. For example, someone might choose the "My Contacts" option to ensure only friends and family can view their PIX Key. The "My Contacts Except" option adds another layer of customization, allowing users to exclude specific people from seeing their PIX Key. Finally, the "Nobody" setting is ideal for those who want to keep their payment information entirely private and only share it manually when necessary.

It's important to note that while this feature is currently available to some beta testers in the latest beta version of WhatsApp, it may also be accessible to a small group of users in the stable version. However, it has not yet been widely rolled out to all users in Brazil. This allows WhatsApp to gather valuable feedback and identify any potential issues before making the feature broadly available.

A privacy feature that allows users to display PIX keys on their profiles is available to some beta testers who install the latest updates of WhatsApp beta for Android from the Google Play Store, and it is rolling out to even more people over the coming weeks.

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