WhatsApp Testing Social Media Links for User Profiles
The feature, currently in beta, allows Instagram links on profiles and may expand to other Meta platforms.
Overview
- WhatsApp is developing a feature to let users link their Instagram profiles to their WhatsApp accounts, currently available in the iOS beta version.
- This feature is optional and will appear in a new 'Add Links' section within the profile settings, enabling users to showcase their social media accounts.
- Currently, only Instagram links are supported, but future updates may include other Meta-owned platforms like Facebook and Threads.
- Privacy controls are expected to allow users to manage who can view their linked social media accounts, similar to existing settings for profile photos.
- While business accounts require authentication for linking profiles, the beta version for regular users does not yet include verification, raising potential privacy concerns.