WhatsApp Update: The messaging app is bringing a new Reaction Sticker feature, changing the status experience for iOS users
Samira Vishwas December 03, 2025 09:24 AM
  • New Reaction Sticker feature in WhatsApp
  • WhatsApp users will get to experience new features
  • WhatsApp status experience will change for iOS users

Meta’s instant messaging platform WhatsApp has once again introduced a new feature. This feature has been launched for iOS users. This feature will completely change the status experience of the users. According to reports, the company is testing a new feature. Under this feature, users will be able to add emoji reaction stickers on their status photos and videos. With this new feature, users will be able to react to statuses like Instagram Stories in just one tap.

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A new feature appeared in the iOS beta

According to WABetaInfo, testers who have installed WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.35.10.70 through the TestFlight app have been given access to test the new feature. In this feature, users will be able to add any emoji to the status as a sticker. When a viewer sees your status, he will see that emoji sticker clearly on the screen. Users can send a reaction after tapping on that sticker, without even opening a menu or swiping. (Photo Courtesy – Pinterest)

Reactions will remain confidential

Most importantly, reactions shared by viewers will remain private. Only the user who posted the status will see these reactions. This privacy setup is similar to Instagram’s DM Reactions, but WhatsApp is trying to launch it in a simpler way.

The experience will be like an Instagram story

The new feature is somewhat similar to Instagram Stories. Creators add emoji stickers to Instagram Stories to inspire followers to interact. WhatsApp also aims to make it more convenient for users to comment or react to statuses. Earlier, users had to swipe down to react to a status, after which a menu would open. But now the emoji will be directly on the content, which will significantly increase the possibility of interaction.

Users can choose their favorite emoji

By default, WhatsApp displays the heart-eyes emoji. But users will be able to change this emoji as per their wish. That is, users can share a laughing emoji if the status is funny, or a clapping emoji for a motivational status, or a fire emoji for a big announcement. So every status will get a personalized touch according to the user’s feelings.

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The viewer experience will change completely

This is going to be a great feature for status viewing users. As soon as you open the status, an emoji sticker will appear on the screen, on tapping on it, your reaction will be sent to the users.

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