What’s happened? The long-teased feature of managing more than one WhatsApp account on an iPhone is now showing up in beta builds. Earlier this year, expectations were set when code hints and leaks suggested multi-account support would come. Now, as reported by WABetaInfo, with the latest beta for iOS version 25.34.10.72 via TestFlight, the feature is actively rolling out to select users.
- A new “Account List” section appears in the app’s Settings menu, letting testers add a second account.
- The beta supports up to two accounts on one device, each with its own chat history, backup config, and notifications.
- Users can link an existing WhatsApp number, a brand-new number, or a companion account via QR code scanning.
- The feature is currently limited to select beta testers, with wider rollout timing yet to be announced.
Here’s what it looks like in action:
Why this is important: For many iPhone users managing personal and business lives (or juggling two numbers), having to log in and out or use separate apps made things awkward. This update brings iOS up to speed with Android and streamlines the experience, making WhatsApp a more flexible tool.
- It gives users a single app instead of needing a separate business version or a workaround for dual-SIM setups.
- It ensures separate data spaces: chats, backups, and preferences are isolated for each account.
- It hints at WhatsApp’s evolving role: no longer just a one-number messenger but a multi-profile communications hub.
- For enterprises and heavy users, switching between profiles becomes less disruptive and more seamless.
Why should I care? If you use WhatsApp on an iPhone, especially if you handle work + personal life, side projects, or dual-SIM numbers, this feature could change how you use the app and device. It’s a practical upgrade with real everyday impact.
- You’ll be able to switch between two numbers quickly without logging out or reinstalling apps.
- You can maintain privacy and separation: one account for work, one for personal chats, each with its own settings and notifications.
- You may not need to carry two phones or rely on older, clunky solutions to manage multiple numbers.
- If you’re planning devices or workflows, this could influence your decision, e.g., keeping one phone and one app but still handling two identities.
Okay, so what’s next? We’re now waiting for WhatsApp to share when this feature will roll out to everyone, along with details like how many accounts you can add and whether there will be any limits. The company may also improve companion-device support and notifications to make switching even smoother. If testing goes well, multi-account support should arrive in a future stable update, so iPhone users should keep an eye out for new versions. And if you’re already on the TestFlight beta and use more than one number, it’s worth trying now — the convenience upgrade is right around the corner.
