WhatsApp iOS beta now lets channel admins invite contacts – NewsBytes

Summarize Next Article The feature is currently available to some beta testers What’s the story WhatsApp has introduced a new feature in its latest iOS update, version 25.37.10.74, via the TestFlight beta Program. The update brings the ability for channel admins to invite their contacts to follow their channels. This feature is currently being rolled out and is compatible with the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS version 25.37.10.74, according to WABetaInfo. How the feature works The new feature allows channel admins to open the channel info screen, select an invite option, and pick specific contacts from their address book. WhatsApp then automatically generates an invitation message that is sent directly to those contacts. The message includes a button for them to view and follow the channel instantly. This process gives admins a clear overview of who they are inviting while keeping it smooth for recipients. WhatsApp’s approach to channel invitations When an admin sends channel invitations, WhatsApp creates a temporary broadcast list to send the invite to multiple contacts simultaneously. This method ensures the same invitation is sent efficiently without triggering spam detection systems that could be activated by sending identical messages in many individual chats. Broadcast lists are specifically
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