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WhatsApp’s Paid Version Will Bring These New Features
WhatsApp is developing new premium customization features that would allow users to change the app’s theme, icon, and accent color, according to findings from the latest beta version for Android. These features will only be available to those who pay for premium features.
The features were spotted in the WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.26.6.1, which is available through the Google Play Store.
iOS Feature That Never Launched
WhatsApp previously tested a feature in the iOS beta version 24.1.10.70 that allowed users to change the app’s main branding color. The goal was to give users more control over the app’s appearance and improve accessibility for people with visual impairments or specific color preferences.
However, that feature was never released on iOS. WhatsApp decided to keep it on hold indefinitely, stating it needed more confidence that the feature would meet user needs.
New Customization Options
Now, WhatsApp appears to be revisiting customization with a new approach tied to a premium subscription. In the Android beta, WhatsApp is testing two premium features focused on visual customization.
The first feature allows users to change the app icon. WhatsApp has designed 14 new icons for this purpose. These include themed designs such as Aurora, Fluffy, Galaxy, Clay, Sparkle, and Neon. The company has also created seven single-color icons in brown, purple, orange, green, blue, pink, and monochrome. In addition, users will have the option to use the classic WhatsApp icon that was refreshed several years ago.
Theme Color Customization
The second premium feature allows users to change the app’s branding color. Similar to the previously tested iOS feature, this option lets users select from 19 different colors.
Available colors include the default green, royal blue, violet, navy blue, light purple, dark grey, coral, dark olive green, teal, burgundy, brown, beige, seafoam green, yellow, olive green, pink, red, orange, and golden yellow.
When a user selects a new branding color, various interface elements will update to match it, including filters, tabs, floating action buttons, and other parts of the interface.
New Paid Subscription Plan
These customization tools are being developed as part of WhatsApp’s upcoming premium plan, first referenced in the Android beta version 2.26.4.8. The plan will be offered through a monthly subscription, though pricing has not yet been announced and may differ by country.
WhatsApp has stated that the premium plan will be optional. Core features, including private messaging, will remain free for all users. The premium tier is intended only for users who want additional features and customization options.
Might Change Before Launch
WhatsApp noted that the premium plan is still evolving. Some features currently under development may be refined or removed before the official release, while additional options could be added later.
The customization features are still in development and will be released in a future update. Once testing is complete, WhatsApp plans to roll them out gradually to select beta testers to gather feedback ahead of a wider launch.
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