WhatsApp is gearing up to roll out an exciting new feature for its users. Soon, status updates will no longer be limited to all contacts—you’ll be able to share them exclusively with your chosen Close Friends, mahttps://english.techneandlogos.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/101.jpg the experience more private and personalized. The feature closely resembles Instagram’s popular “Close Friends” tool.

The discovery of this feature was made in WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.23.10.80 through the TestFlight program. However, since it is still under development, it has not been released even for beta testers yet, according to WABetaInfo, a trusted source for WhatsApp updates.

How Will the Close Friends Feature Work?

• Users can create a dedicated Close Friends List from the privacy settings.

• While posting a status update, you’ll get two options: share with everyone or only with your Close Friends.

• Status updates meant for Close Friends will appear with a special colored ring, mahttps://english.techneandlogos.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/101.jpg them easily recognizable.

• Importantly, adding or removing someone from the list won’t send them any notification—ensuring complete privacy.

Security and Privacy Enhancements

• Just like regular statuses, Close Friends status updates will disappear after 24 hours.

• All updates will be protected by end-to-end encryption, meaning only selected friends can view them.

• Not even Meta or WhatsApp itself will have access to these posts.

• Any changes to the Close Friends list will apply to future updates only—previously posted updates will remain unaffected unless reposted.

Previous Updates

Earlier, in the iOS 25.22.83 update, WhatsApp had introduced the ‘My Status’ option, which allowed users to share photos and videos directly from other apps into WhatsApp Status.

When Will It Be Available?

The Close Friends feature is still under development. While WhatsApp has not announced an exact release date, it is expected to roll out in a future update very soon.

In simple words, WhatsApp is worhttps://english.techneandlogos.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/101.jpg to make status updates more private and secure. You’ll soon have the freedom to share your thoughts, feelings, and moments only with those who truly matter.