WhatsApp Beta Rolls Out “Tags” Feature for Group Chats in iOS 25.18.10.70
WhatsApp’s latest beta update for iOS (version 25.18.10.70) introduces a tagging feature for group chats that lets users assign personal labels to themselves and others, a move aimed at improving group interactions within WhatsApp. WABetaInfo first identified this feature in TestFlight on June 12, 2025 and shared the screenshot too.
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With this update, individuals in large group chats can create and display customized tags, whether it’s their role (e.g., “Moderator”), relationship (“Sister”), or any other personal identifier. The tags are attached to each user’s name in the group info section, and are visible under the members list as labels.
Where to Edit Tags?
Users can assign or modify their WhatsApp group tag by tapping on their name within the “Group Info” screen. Tags are specific to each group, allowing different labels for the same user across separate chats.
Why Meta Is Adding Tags in WhatsApp Groups?
Large-scale chats, such as community forums, school groups, or workplace discussions, often struggle with participant recognition. Adding labels helps identify who is speaking, without having to rely on phone numbers alone. A report by Republic World noted that this clarity will aid group cohesion and make member roles more transparent.
Beta Access and Rollout Plans
This tagging feature is currently limited to iOS TestFlight beta testers. It mirrors a similar Android beta function spotted in version 2.25.17.42. WhatsApp has not confirmed when tags will be available in the general release.
Other Privacy Features in Testing
Beta testers are exploring more privacy tools alongside tags. One such update, dubbed “advanced chat privacy,” offers group-wide controls to block chat exports and prevent media from auto-saving to recipient galleries. When activated, all participants receive a notification and the Meta AI assistant gets disabled in that chat.
User Feedback and Possible Applications
Whether used for roles like “Team Lead,” personal identifiers like “Aunt Jen,” or simply to add context in mixed-language groups, tags can streamline communication. Early tester reactions from Reddit’s WABetaInfo forum suggest users appreciate the flexibility in managing identity in large groups—even at this early stage.
WhatsApp appears to be moving toward more refined group chat features and enhanced user privacy. Tags are a relatively simple addition, yet they offer a neat solution for group dynamics. Coupled with export restrictions and media-saving controls, they signal an ongoing shift toward user-centred design and privacy prioritisation.
While tags are currently available only in testing, their launch signals a deliberate effort by WhatsApp to improve group usability and privacy. Watch for updates from Meta on when these tools will move into mainstream use.
