Archive · 20 Nov 2025
WhatsApp Brings Multi-Account Support to iOS
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that lets iPhone users have multiple accounts on one device.
Until now, they had to use workarounds.
In the beta version, users can add up to two accounts, and each account keeps its own chats and settings.
There's no release date yet, but it's coming soon.
WhatsApp is testing native multi-account support on iOS
Users can add up to two accounts per device
Each account operates independently with separate chat history and settings
Notifications indicate which account they belong to
Feature currently available only in beta version
- Who
- WhatsApp users
- What
- can now use multiple accounts on one iPhone
- When
- currently in beta testing
- Where
- on iOS devices
- Why
- to simplify managing personal and professional communications
Proponents of the Feature
Potential Concerns
Convenience
Proponents of the Feature
Allows users to manage personal and professional communications on one device
Potential Concerns
Potential privacy concerns with multiple accounts on one device
- Current Availability
- Beta version on TestFlight
- Max Accounts per Device
- Two
- Independence of Accounts
- Yes, each account has separate chat history and settings
Sources
WhatsApp Beta for iOS Brings Multi-Account Support to iPhone Users
WhatsApp To Let iPhone Users Run Multiple Accounts On One Phone, All Details Here
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