WhatsApp has once again reinforced its dominance in the messaging space, with over 3.5 billion users worldwide. Known for its clean interface and strong security, the app constantly evolves to meet user needs. Now, WhatsApp is rolling out a much-requested update: the ability to reshare and forward status updates.

Previously, users could add music to their status. With this new upgrade, they’ll soon be able to share others’ statuses—or allow theirs to be reshared, depending on user preferences. This feature is currently being tested in beta for Android, as revealed by WhatsApp update tracker WABetaInfo, which also posted a sneak peek on X (formerly Twitter).

What sets this update apart is the user control: a toggle option will let users decide whether their status can be forwarded or not. This provides more flexibility and privacy for those who want to maintain control over their shared moments.

For users who enjoy expressing themselves, this is a major enhancement—especially after months of public demand. It allows popular or creative statuses to reach wider audiences, with consent from the original poster.

Alongside this, WhatsApp is preparing another exciting addition: a Meta AI-powered tool that enables users to generate custom chat wallpapers. Still under development, this feature aims to bring deeper personalization to chats and is expected to be released soon.

Together, these upgrades show WhatsApp’s commitment to user-centric innovation.