WhatsApp on iPhone could soon have a nifty feature which Android has had for years

WhatsApp app on the iPhones could finally get support for multiple accounts with a future update. As per a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsAp has released a new iOS update through the TestFlight beta Program wich brings with it the support for managing multiple accounts on the same device.

The report states that users who are part of the rollout will notice a new section called “Account List” available in the settings menu or a dedicated button placed next to the QR code icon. The new section will give users the ability to add a new WhatsApp account without having to use a secondary device or the WhatsApp Business app.

Notably, WhatsApp had begun rollout of multiple account feature on Android in late 2023 but the feature is yet to reach the iPhone users but their wait may finally be over.

How will the feature work?

Reportely, the new feature will allow users to quickly move between different WhatsApp account by going to the settings page and switching to the secondary account without logging out of the primary one or restarting the app.

Each account is said to retain its own chat history, notification settings, and preferences so that the profile switching remains seamless for users. WhatsApp will also allow users to set different notification sound for each profile and even mange the auto-download options separately. The company will also reportedly provide the option to change privacy settings for each account like last seen, profile picture visibility, and read receipts.

Additionally, the personal messaging app will also handle reaction preferences and muted chats individually for each profile.

Even if an account is not currently active, WhatsApp will still deliver the message received on it while giving users clear demarcation on which message was reduced on primary and secondary accounts respectively.

WhatsApp is also said to have implemented several shortcults to make switching between account quick and convenient. For instance after the new account has been added, users will be able to switch profiles by going to the “Accoutn List” section or on the new double tap gesture on Settings tab.

The company could also provide support for App Lock for both accounts, meaning users could potentially secure their secondary or primary account using Face ID, Touch ID, or password.

Users will be able to link a completely new number or an older one that they have already used with the app before. They can even add a companion account as the secondary one by scanning the QR code.