WhatsApp is reportedly developing a feature that will allow iOS users to manage multiple accounts within the same app. As WABetaInfo first spotted, this functionality is expected to simplify account management for users who juggle personal and professional communication on their iPhones.
The multi-account feature will allow users to switch between accounts without needing to log out. According to WABetaInfo, the feature will include an “Add Account” option in the app’s settings, enabling users to configure additional accounts quickly. Each account will maintain its own chats, groups, and notifications, ensuring a clear separation between communication streams.
This feature is similar to the multi-account functionality already available on WhatsApp for Android. It is particularly beneficial for professionals, small business owners, and others who manage multiple phone numbers or require distinct accounts for personal and work-related purposes.
As part of WhatsApp’s ongoing updates, this feature highlights the platform’s focus on enhancing usability. Competitors like Telegram have long supported multi-account functionality, and WhatsApp’s move brings it closer to feature parity with these platforms.
Currently, there is no confirmed release date for the iOS version of multi-account support. It is expected to roll out in future updates, likely beginning with beta testers. The addition of multi-account support on iOS reflects WhatsApp’s effort to address specific user needs and provide tools that simplify communication management.
In addition to multi-account support, WhatsApp is reportedly working on other updates aimed at improving the overall user experience.
These include advanced search filters for chats, which will allow users to sort messages based on criteria like unread status, media types, or sender information. Another feature under development is enhanced privacy settings that allow users to control who can view their profile photo, last seen, and online status more granularly.
