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WhatsApp New Features of the Past Week (September 2, 2025 - September 9, 2025)#

September 9, 2025

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Every week WhatsApp pleases users with new features and improvements. Today we have prepared for you a digest of the key innovations of the messenger for the past week, which will be useful for both ordinary users and businesses.

Contents#

1. Quick Access to Meta AI from Context Menu#

The “Ask Meta AI” option has been added to the context menu of messages. Users can forward messages, media files, and images to the Meta AI directly from the chat, without having to copy or save the content.

How it will work#

When you long-press on a message, a new “Ask Meta AI” option will appear in the context menu. Users will be able to forward text messages, media files, and images to the Meta AI directly from the chat.

Why it is needed#

The feature speeds up interaction with the AI ​​assistant and allows you to receive contextual responses without having to copy or save the content.

Availability#

Tested in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android 2.25.23.24.

2. Post to Status Directly from Share Menu on Android#

Android users can now share photos and videos to WhatsApp status directly from the system Share menu in other apps

Why do you need it#

Simplifies the process of publishing content to status and saves time by directly going to the status editor.

Availability#

Introduced in WhatsApp for iOS version 25.22.83.

3. Chat Filtering in WhatsApp for Mac#

WhatsApp for Mac gets a chat filtering system similar to mobile apps.

How it will work#

WhatsApp for Mac will get a chat filtering panel that lets you sort conversations by category: Unread, Favorites, and Groups.

Why it's needed#

Speeds up chat navigation and helps you focus on important messages.

Availability#

Introduced in WhatsApp for Mac on 25.22.79.

4. New Message Forwarding Menu Design on Android#

The message forwarding interface has been updated to use more visible checkboxes when selecting recipients, improving visual perception and usability.

How it will work#

The updated message forwarding interface will use more visible checkboxes when selecting recipients.

Why it is needed#

Reduces errors when selecting recipients and makes the forwarding process more intuitive.

Availability#

Tested in WhatsApp for Android beta 2.25.24.8.

5. Biometric Backup Encryption#

WhatsApp is testing a feature to encrypt backups using biometric authentication.

How it will work#

Users will be able to protect backups using biometric authentication (fingerprint, face recognition, or device PIN) instead of passwords.

Why it is needed#

Improves the security of backups and simplifies the process of restoring data.

Availability#

In development for WhatsApp for Android beta version 2.25.24.15.

6. Flexible Timers for Disappearing Messages#

It is now possible to set a custom message disappearance time — from 30 minutes to 1 month, instead of the standard 7 days.

How it will work#

It will be possible to set a custom message disappearance time — from 30 minutes to 1 month.

Why it is needed#

It gives more flexibility in setting privacy for different communication scenarios.

Availability#

Tested in the beta version of WhatsApp for Android 2.25.24.18.

7. Disappearing Statuses for iOS#

iOS users now have the same options for customizing disappearing statuses as Android users — setting an auto-delete timer from 30 minutes to 1 month.

How it will work#

iOS users will be able to set an auto-delete timer for statuses, as is already done on Android.

Why it is needed#

Ensures cross-platform consistency and automatic status updates.

Availability#

Developed for WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.23.10.78.

Conclusion#

WhatsApp continues to develop rapidly. The latest updates are focused on improving the user experience and expanding the functionality of the messenger. Key trends include simplifying access to AI features, improving privacy tools, and providing a unified experience across platforms.

We at GREEN-API monitor all WhatsApp updates to provide you with the latest news and solutions for automating your business processes. Stay tuned to stay up to date with all the latest events!