WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.7.10.70: what's new?
WhatsApp has just submitted a new update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 24.7.10.70.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is working on a new privacy feature to disable link previews, and it will be available in a future update!
| Common questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature? | Disable link previews |
| Status? | Under development |
| Availability? | WhatsApp is working on bringing a new privacy feature to disable link previews to a future update of the app. |
| I have the same version but I don't have this feature, why? | This feature is under development so it's not ready for beta testers, but you can read this article to discover a preview. |
| Previous news? | WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.25: what’s new? WhatsApp is releasing a fix to address a bug with stickers! |
DISABLE LINK PREVIEWS
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.7.12 update, we announced a feature in development to disable link previews. This feature was designed to offer users greater control over their privacy, providing them with a tool to prevent automatic generation of previews when sending links. Although this feature is still under development on WhatsApp beta for Android, it seems that WhatsApp is now in the process of introducing the same privacy feature on the iOS app as well, as discovered in the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 24.7.10.70 update from the TestFlight app.
As you can see in the attached screenshot, WhatsApp is exploring a feature to allow users to disable link previews, for a future update of the app. This enhancement will bring a new layer of security to the messaging experience, as it will help users protect their IP address from being inferred by third-party websites. It is important to note that disabling link previews within WhatsApp affects only the user who chooses to enable this feature. When a user opts to disable link previews, it means they won't see automatic previews of the links they send. However, they will continue to receive rich link previews from other users who haven't disabled this feature.
In our opinion, the introduction of this feature will represent a significant step forward to further enhance the user experience. By allowing users to disable link previews, WhatsApp will allow them to take control of their online interactions by safeguarding their IP address from potential inference by third-party websites. This enhancement not only improves privacy but also contributes to a more secure messaging experience by reducing the exposure of the IP address to external entities. We believe that this proactive approach to enhancing privacy features underscores WhatsApp's dedication to prioritizing user privacy and security in its instant messaging service.
A privacy feature to disable link previews is under development and it will be available in a future update of the app. As always, we will keep providing updates on any further developments regarding this feature until its release.
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