WhatsApp is developing a new Custom Lists feature that will allow users to control who can view their status updates. This addition follows the earlier introduction of the Close Friends option, similar to Instagram’s feature for Stories. The Custom Lists functionality was identified in the beta version 2.26.5.11 of WhatsApp for Android by WABetaInfo.
With Custom Lists, users will be able to create specific groups of contacts to share their status updates with, offering more tailored privacy settings. This feature aims to give users greater flexibility in managing their audience for status posts.
**Why this matters**
The Custom Lists feature enhances user privacy by enabling more precise control over who sees status updates. As social media platforms continue to focus on personalized sharing options, this update aligns WhatsApp with similar features on other apps, potentially improving user experience and privacy management.
Source: NewsData