WhatsApp Channels are moving to your chats tab: What to expect
WhatsApp is testing a new layout that moves Channels directly into the Chats tab and is introducing a 'Restricted Chat' feature for enhanced privacy. These updates aim to streamline the user interface and provide more control over message security.
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As a widely used communication platform, changes to WhatsApp's interface and privacy features impact millions of users globally.
Home News World Sports Entertainment Science Royal Trending Health Videos Technology WhatsApp Channels are moving to your chats tab: What to expect WhatsApp is testing three layouts and plans a Contacts tab to replace Updates, plus a Restricted Chat mod
One day soon, you may open WhatsApp and find the Updates tab gone. The app is testing a move that drops your channels straight into the Chats list, which would leave that tab with nothing left to show.
WABetaInfo spotted the change in Android beta 2.26.39.1. WhatsApp is trying three layouts and hasn't said which one will reach everyone.
On Android, people who already follow channels get a prompt. One option moves channels into the chat list. The other archives them automatically.
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