WhatsApp may soon let you send spoiler messages, here is what it means for you
WhatsApp spotted testing a new feature called "spoiler messages." The feature may let users send messages behind a blurred layer, adding an extra layer of privacy.
Privacy is a thing respected by everyone. And when it comes to digital chatting, people become extra cautious. Meta-owned messaging app, WhatsApp, has been providing the end-to-end encryption facility for a while. This is meant to keep the chats private. However, a recent report suggests the messaging platform is working on a new feature, “spoiler messages,” to provide an extra layer of privacy to WhatsApp messages.
A video shared by WABetaInfo on X shows a new WhatsApp feature that can hide messages behind a blurred layer. So, this feature could help users who want to share sensitive messages, such as an OTP or phone number, could provide them a safe space.
How the WhatsApp spoiler message features work
To use this spoiler message feature, you need to simply type a message or paste it into the text bar. Then, with a long press, select the text. Once the text gets selected, you will see options like Translate, Cut, Copy, and Select all. Besides all these options, there will be three dots. Once you click the three dots, several options along with writing choices will pop up in a vertical list, such as Share, Undo, Bold, Italic, Strikethrough, Monospace, Spoiler and Manage App. Click on the Spoiler option. And then simply send the message. If WhatsApp rolls out the feature in the coming days — which is allegedly now in the testing phase — then you will notice your message is sent behind a blurred layer.
When the message arrives on the recipient's device, it will appear as blurry text. To reveal the text, the recipient needs to tap on it. This is the feature for people who want to share a message, intending not to expose the details immediately.
Spoiler message support may expand to videos and images
The spoiler message features are meant to reduce accidental spoilers. In group chats, you can also reportedly use the feature where you don’t want everyone to see the same information at the same time. The report suggests it will be compatible with text messages and media captions.
As of now, the feature is reportedly in the testing phase. Beta testers may soon be able to use the feature, and if it succeeds in rolling out in the near future, as WABetaInfo hints, it could also support photo and video content.