Highlights
- WhatsApp now supports passkeys with biometric login and allows multiple accounts on one device, making account management safer and easier.
- WhatsApp features like in-chat message translation and AI-powered chat summaries, help break language barriers and simplify group conversations.
- WhatsApp users can now share high-quality photos and videos with sharper details, though HD uploads require more data and storage space.
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While WhatsApp is widely used for sending messages, photos, and videos, it shouldn’t be a debate that the platform has evolved from its basic services. Today, the Meta platform is used for way more than simple messaging. Meanwhile, recent updates have added features focused on privacy, convenience, and smarter communication. Many new features added in 2025 have significantly improved how users manage chats, protect accounts and save time.
In case you aren’t aware, here are five useful WhatsApp features introduced in 2025 that you may not realise exist but should definitely try.
High-quality Photo and Video Sharing
WhatsApp previously compressed images and videos to reduce file size, often at the cost of clarity. The app now allows users to share photos and videos in high quality, preserving original colours and details. By enabling HD uploads in settings, media looks sharper and more accurate.
However, users should keep in mind that higher-quality files consume more data and storage space.
Multiple WhatsApp Accounts on Device
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Managing personal and work numbers has become much easier. WhatsApp now allows users to add and use multiple accounts within the same app. You can switch between different phone numbers with a single tap, without relying on third-party apps or device cloning features. This makes account management simpler and more secure for professionals and frequent users.
In-chat Message Translation
Language barriers are no longer a major issue on WhatsApp. The app now lets users translate messages directly within chats. By long-pressing a message and selecting the translate option, you can instantly view the text in your preferred language.
WhatsApp also allows users to download language packs, enabling faster translations without constantly relying on cloud processing.
The feature is available for Android and iPhone users in a few select languages to start with. Android users will find it available in six languages including English, Spanish, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, and Arabic. For our iPhone users, the feature will launch in 19+ languages.
AI-Powered Message Summaries
Keeping up with busy group chats can be overwhelming. To solve this, WhatsApp has introduced AI-based message summaries. Instead of scrolling through hundreds of unread messages, users can view a concise summary highlighting the most important updates.
This feature is especially useful for work groups, community chats, and event planning, helping users stay informed without information overload.
Stronger Account Security with Passkeys
WhatsApp supports passkeys, allowing users to log in using biometric authentication such as fingerprint or face unlock instead of one-time SMS codes. This adds an extra layer of protection and makes it far more difficult for someone to hijack your account, even if they gain access to your SIM card or attempt to register your number on another device.
FAQs
Q1. How has WhatsApp improved account security in 2025?
Answer. WhatsApp now supports passkeys with biometric authentication (fingerprint or face unlock), making accounts safer than SMS-based logins.
Q2. Can users manage multiple WhatsApp accounts on one device?
Answer. Yes, WhatsApp allows multiple accounts within the same app, letting users switch between personal and work numbers seamlessly.
Q3. What new communication features were added to WhatsApp in 2025?
Answer. WhatsApp introduced in-chat message translation and AI-powered chat summaries, helping users overcome language barriers and manage busy group chats more efficiently.