WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature for its iOS app that could soon allow users to add their Instagram profile links directly to their account. This new addition is designed to make it easier for users to showcase their social media presence by linking their Instagram profile within WhatsApp. According to a feature tracker, this functionality was spotted in the latest beta version of the iOS app, although it remains under development. Beta testers will not yet have access to this feature, as it is still being fine-tuned before its official release.
The feature, as uncovered by WhatsApp feature tracker WABetaInfo, was found in WhatsApp’s iOS beta version 25.2.10.72, available through the TestFlight beta program. In the app’s user profile interface, a new option titled “Add Links” has been added under the Links section, allowing users to include their Instagram profile by simply tapping a plus icon. While the feature seems simple, it highlights WhatsApp’s push to integrate more social media features into the app, making it a more central hub for communication and personal connections.
However, the current implementation of this feature does not require users to authenticate their Instagram profile, which means users can simply enter their Instagram username. This could potentially raise privacy concerns, particularly around identity theft or misuse of personal information. Given these concerns, it is likely that WhatsApp will introduce an additional layer of authentication to ensure that users are linking their legitimate Instagram profiles before the feature becomes widely available.
It’s important to note that this feature will be optional, so iOS users who prefer not to link their Instagram profiles will not be forced to do so. A similar feature is already available to WhatsApp Business accounts, where users can authenticate their Instagram profile link by logging into their account. This new feature for regular users would offer greater flexibility and convenience, though it will likely come with safeguards to protect privacy and security. As the feature continues to develop, WhatsApp users can look forward to an easier way to connect across platforms while maintaining control over their profiles.
