WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.7.9: what's new?

WhatsApp has released a new Android update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.25.7.9.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to add social media profile links to user accounts, and it's available to some beta testers!

In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.4.9 update, we announced that a feature to add social media links to user profiles was under development. This feature would aim to increase convenience by allowing users to seamlessly share their social profiles directly from their WhatsApp accounts. Once the username is added, the link will automatically appear at the top of the chat info page, making it easily accessible for contacts who want to visit the profile with a single tap. It appears that WhatsApp is now testing this feature with the public, as some beta testers have reported seeing a new links option within their profile page. Thanks to the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.7.9 update, which is available on the Google Play Store, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to add social media profile links to user accounts!

As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new feature that allows them to add a link to their Instagram profile. At the moment, Instagram is the only supported platform, but we can already anticipate that WhatsApp will expand support to more social media services in a future update. This means that users will be able to add multiple links to their WhatsApp profiles, making it even easier to share their online presence with other people. Once a link is added, it will be visibile within the chat info screen, making it easier for other people to discover it.

WhatsApp is also providing privacy settings to help users manage the visibility of their social media links. Users can choose between making their links visible to everyone, only their contacts, their contacts except specific people, or keeping them completely private. This flexibility ensures that users have full control over who can see their social media profiles directly from WhatsApp, as they can adjust these settings at any time based on their preferences. This way, users can decide whether to share their profiles widely or limit access to only trusted contacts, enhancing both privacy and convenience.

By introducing this feature, WhatsApp enhances accessibility to users' social media profiles, allowing for a smoother transition between different platforms. However, it is important to note that adding a social media link to a WhatsApp profile should not be considered proof of authenticity. Anyone can enter any username manually, and the presence of a link does not verify ownership of the associated social media account. In addition, this feature is completely optional, so users are not required to add any social media links to their WhatsApp profiles. Those who prefer to keep their profiles private can simply choose not to use it. However, users who do add a link can manage its visibility through privacy settings. This ensures full control over whether their social media profiles are displayed or hidden from others.

A feature to save photos and videos from your own status updates 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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