WhatsApp now lets you tag friends in status

WhatsApp has introduced a new set of status update features. Meta’s instant messaging platform introduces new status likes and private mentions features for Android and iOS users. Likes by Status is a new way to confirm a contact’s status update by tapping the heart emoji. Private Mentions now allow users to mention and tag contacts in their status updates. The people mentioned can reshare that status to their account, while the mention remains hidden from others viewing the status. Similar features already exist on Facebook and Instagram.

WhatsApp introduces the ability to like statuses and mention contacts

WhatsApp announced new updates to the status feature via a blog post on Thursday. The messaging app introduces new Status Likes and Private Mentions features to all users. The like feature allows users to like their contact’s status updates with a single tap and the heart emoji. This works the same way as liking Instagram stories.

Status likes are private and have no counter. Only the person who shared the status can see who likes it in the list of viewers.

WhatsApp’s new private mentions allow users to privately mention and tag their contacts in their status. The tagged contacts can also easily reshare it with their audience. This feature works the same way as tagging friends on Facebook and Instagram stories. The private mentions on WhatsApp will be hidden and not shown in the status.

The new WhatsApp status features are rolling out and will soon be available to users around the world. WhatsApp has confirmed that it will be adding more features to the Status and Updates tab in the coming months.