WhatsApp Rolls Out Four New Features To Enhance Status Updates

WhatsApp has introduced a fresh batch of features aimed at boosting engagement with its popular Status update function.

The app’s latest update delivers not one, but four new tools designed to make Status updates more interactive, fun, and tailored to users’ preferences.

This move reflects WhatsApp’s intent to compete more directly with platforms like Instagram Stories, where similar content-sharing options have gained significant traction.

Four Exciting Additions To WhatsApp Status

The new features, now available to all users, offer enhanced creative control for Status updates:

Layout Collages: Users can create collages by combining up to six photos in a single Status update, using WhatsApp’s built-in editing tool.
Music Integration: WhatsApp now allows users to centre their Status updates around a favourite song. A sticker reflecting the track can be added to complement the mood.
Photo Stickers: Users can transform their own photos into customisable stickers, adjusting size and shape to add a personal touch to their Status.
Add Yours Sticker: This interactive sticker encourages friends to respond and share content, fostering greater connection through shared Status updates.

WhatsApp has confirmed these features will gradually roll out to all users in the coming months.

Upcoming Username Feature To Boost Privacy

In addition to Status enhancements, WhatsApp is internally testing a new username system intended to improve user privacy. Instead of sharing phone numbers, users will be able to create unique usernames to connect with others.

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This change aims to tackle longstanding privacy concerns related to exposing personal numbers in chats, groups, and business interactions.

Users will be encouraged to set usernames containing at least one letter alongside numbers or symbols.

Notably, WhatsApp plans to prohibit usernames starting with ‘www.’ and will implement a verification process to check username availability.

This update promises a safer and more flexible way for people to engage within WhatsApp’s ecosystem, particularly in groups and with commercial contacts.