WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.25.10.72: what's new?
WhatsApp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program, bringing the version up to 25.25.10.72.
What's new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that allows users to add verified Instagram profile links, and it's available to some beta testers!
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of the feature: | Verified Instagram profile link |
| Status: | Rolling out |
| Compatibility: | WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.25.10.72 has been designated as a compatible update, but some users with the stable release on the App Store can also experiment with the same feature. |
| Availability info: | This feature is available to some beta testers, and it is rolling out to more users over the coming weeks. |
| Thanks: | Akan and Radu Oncescu, for testing and reporting. |
| Previous news: | WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.25.10.70: what's new? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that organizes message replies into structured threads! |
VERIFIED INSTAGRAM PROFILE LINK
In the article about the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.25.23.19 update, we announced that a feature to verify Instagram profile links was available. This new option allows users to confirm ownership of the Instagram link they add to their WhatsApp profile, ensuring that the link is genuinely tied to their account. Once verified, the Instagram icon and handle appear on the profile, clearly signaling authenticity, while unverified links continue to display with a generic link icon. It appears that WhatsApp now intends to offer iOS users the same profile link verification as it already does for the Android version, aiming to provide a consistent experience across both platforms. Following the release of the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.25.10.72 update, which is available on the TestFlight app, we discovered that WhatsApp is rolling out a feature that allows users to add verified Instagram profile links!
As you can see from the attached screenshot, some beta testers can explore a new verification process that confirms the authenticity of their Instagram profile link added to WhatsApp. Through Accounts Center, users can clearly show others that the Instagram link displayed on their profile genuinely belongs to them. Those who already have an Instagram profile link can verify it through the app settings, where an option to confirm their existing link may be available. Instead, users who have never added an Instagram profile link can set one up directly during the verification process.
This is an important step because it prevents confusion and impersonation, as it ensures that the Instagram link displayed on a WhatsApp profile is truly owned by the person sharing it. In the past, users could paste any Instagram link, even if it did not belong to them, which created risks of misleading information. With the new system, Meta is making it easier for people to trust that a displayed Instagram handle is authentic. This improvement adds an extra layer of security and credibility for all users, strengthening the way profiles are perceived within the app.
The feature is particularly valuable for users who want to demonstrate that the WhatsApp profile and the Instagram account shown on it are managed by the same person. By verifying the Instagram profile link, users can reassure others that the connection between the two accounts is authentic, rather than just a random or unrelated link. At the same time, certain users can also benefit by making sure their friends and contacts recognize their genuine accounts. The verified icon next to the Instagram handle is a clear visual indicator that helps people distinguish between authentic links and generic ones.
It is worth noting that this verification process is currently limited to Instagram. However, Meta may extend the same logic to other platforms in the future, allowing users to add verified links to Facebook, Threads, or even external websites. The Accounts Center is central to this system for the Meta family of apps, as it provides the infrastructure to confirm that the same user controls both accounts. Even though the feature is optional, it empowers users to take control over how their profile is presented.
Those who do not wish to verify their Instagram link can still add it manually, but the link will simply appear with a standard link icon. This flexibility ensures that no one is forced to connect their Instagram account if they do not want to. Additionally, this verification only applies to the Instagram profile link and does not represent a full verification of the WhatsApp account. Users should understand that their WhatsApp profile as a whole is not verified just because an Instagram link is confirmed. Instead, this feature aims to provide greater transparency for linked accounts.
A feature that allows users to add verified Instagram profile links is available to some beta testers who install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS from the TestFlight app, and it's rolling out to more people over the coming weeks.
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