WhatsApp users to soon get exclusive ‘Close Friends’ sharing option

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let you share Status updates with a smaller, more trusted group of people, similar to Instagram’s popular "Close Friends" option. The new feature is currently being tested on iOS.

What to Expect From the New Feature

The Close Friends feature will create a dedicated list within your privacy settings, making it much easier to share more personal content. Instead of manually selecting people for each Status update, you can simply choose to share your posts with this pre-made list.

Updates shared with your close friends will have a different colored ring around them to help them stand out from your regular Status updates. This gives viewers a visual cue that the content is meant for a specific group.

Keeping Your List Private

You have full control over who is on your Close Friends list, and no one will be notified if they're added or removed. This discretion allows you to manage your audience privately and without any awkwardness.

This new feature is part of a larger effort by Meta, WhatsApp's parent company, to create a more consistent experience across its platforms, making it more convenient for users who switch between apps like Instagram and WhatsApp.