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WhatsApp has brought back its previous ‘About’ feature with a design update. The feature now works like Instagram Notes and gives contacts a quick look at short thoughts. The update is available at the top of one-on-one chats and also appears on profiles. This placement makes every post easy to spot and easy to respond to. WhatsApp called this a return to its roots, as About was one of the app’s earliest features.
Users can share short text lines as temporary updates. These lines show a mood, a thought, a small update, or a reason for being unavailable. Each About update disappears after 24 hours. It does not require photos, videos, or long posts. The timer has a flexible function, and users can adjust the visibility period for each update.
The feature also offers strong privacy controls. Users can choose who sees an About update. It can go to all contacts, selected contacts, or stay hidden from specific people. These controls make the feature safe for personal thoughts and small daily notes. The feature also supports direct replies. A contact can tap on an About to start a conversation instantly.
Currently, the new About supports text-only posts. Instagram Notes already supports music and short looping clips. WhatsApp is keeping its version simple for now. Meta has hinted at future updates if the feature becomes popular. New formats or creative tools may come later.
The change adds a small social element without turning WhatsApp into a full social platform. Status updates already exist on the platform, but About fills a different space.
The rollout has begun for many users worldwide. WhatsApp has also shared simple steps to use the feature. About can be posted from the profile section or the settings menu. Users can write a short message, choose visibility, set the timer, and post it. The update then appears at the top of chats and profiles.
Experts say this is a smart move from WhatsApp. The platform already leads in private messaging. Adding simple, short-lived text updates can create more casual conversations. It may also help people share small moments without the need for photos or long messages. Brands and creators may also find the feature useful as a fast way to share reminders or quick alerts.
With this update, WhatsApp puts the About feature back in the spotlight. The feature is simple, fast, and easy to use. It supports small daily updates and helps conversations start naturally. More upgrades may come as users begin to adopt the feature in their daily chats.
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