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New Channel Interface and Improved Community Support in WhatsApp#

August 22, 2025

New Channels UI and Improved Community Support in WA

We are pleased to announce that WhatsApp continues to expand the functionality of channels and communities!

The latest update for Windows, available in the Microsoft Store, introduces a new interface for channels and improved support for communities, making it even easier to navigate and interact with them.

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What's changed#

  • Refreshed design.
    The WhatsApp Windows interface now follows the modern design of WhatsApp Web, providing a more enjoyable and familiar user experience.
  • Dedicated Updates tab.
    Channels and statuses are combined into one tab, making the app more organized and easier to use.
  • Direct access to channels.
    Windows users can now easily access their channels directly from the dedicated tab, just like the MacOS version.
  • Channel catalog.
    An easy way to find and subscribe to interesting channels. The channel catalog is divided into categories, helping users find new channels that match their interests.
  • Sync across devices.
    Channels you subscribe to on Android or iOS will automatically appear on Windows. Likewise, if you subscribe to a channel on Windows, it will appear on your mobile device.
  • Improved Community Support
    Users can now easily view and manage their communities from a dedicated section in the sidebar, just like on the web. This allows users to stay up-to-date with community news and events without having to switch to their mobile device.
  • More Visible Community Groups
    The updated interface displays active community groups more prominently, providing quick access to important conversations and events.

Why this is needed#

  • Improved user experience.
    The new design and organization make using WhatsApp on Windows more comfortable and intuitive.
  • Unified experience across platforms.
    Windows users now get the same functionality and interface as MacOS users.
  • Easy access to channels and communities.
    Quickly access content from the channels you follow and easily manage communities.
  • Improved synchronization.
    Unified experience across mobile and desktop devices.

Accessibility#

The feature to create and share events in private chats is available to users who have installed the latest beta version of the WhatsApp for Windows app.

Conclusion#

WhatsApp continues to evolve, and the new channel interface and improved community support for Windows is an important step towards providing a convenient, integrated and synchronized communication across all your devices.

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