WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 23.1.0.74. The version marked within WhatsApp Settings is 2.23.1.74 and the TestFlight build is 23.1.0 (437045932).
What’s new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out an additional entry point to disappearing messages as a tool to save space, for some beta testers!
Common questions | Answers |
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Name of the feature? | Disappearing messages – entry point |
Status? | Rolling out |
Compatibility? | WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.1.0.74 is marked as a compatible update, but some beta testers may be able to get the same feature after installing the previous 23.1.0.73 beta update. |
I have the same version but I don’t have this feature, why? | This feature has been released to some beta testers. If it is not available for your account, please wait for a future update. |
How to join your community on WhatsApp? | WABetaInfo Community |
Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.2.3: what’s new? WhatsApp is releasing a new interface when linking a companion device to your account! |

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In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.22.25.11 update, we shared information about a new feature released to some beta testers on WhatsApp beta for Android: a shortcut to disappearing messages. Thanks to this shortcut, you can easily configure disappearing threads for your new and old chats.
Today, after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.1.0.74 update from the TestFlight app, we can confirm that this shortcut has been released to some beta testers: