WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is currently developing a new feature called message pin duration. This feature, discovered in the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.23.13.11 update, is now available on the Google Play Store.
According to reports by WaBetaInfo, the message pin duration feature will allow users to choose how long a message remains pinned in a chat. A screenshot of the feature reveals that users will have the flexibility to select a specific duration, after which the pinned message will automatically be unpinned.
The feature offers three different durations: 24 hours, 7 days, and 30 days. Users also have the option to manually unpin the message before the chosen duration expires, giving them greater control and flexibility over their pinned messages.
How will the message pin duration feature benefit users?
According to WaBetaInfo, this new feature provides users with a convenient way to ensure that important and relevant information remains visible for a desired period of time. Once the set time elapses, the message is automatically unpinned, allowing for a more organized, up-to-date, and clearer conversation.
The feature is currently under development and will be released to beta testers in a future update of the app.
In related news, a new WhatsApp scam called ‘Pink WhatsApp’ has emerged online. Scammers are sending a link to individuals, enticing them with the promise of a revamped WhatsApp interface and new features. The Mumbai Police has issued a public advisory warning about this scam and urging people not to click on the link or download the associated application.