Multi-accounts in WhatsApp for iOS#
July 14, 2025
WhatsApp is developing a multi-account feature for iOS, allowing users to manage multiple accounts on a single device!
The latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 25.19.10.74, available in TestFlight, has been found developing a feature that allows users to quickly switch between multiple accounts.
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How it will work#
In a future update, users will be able to add a second WhatsApp account directly from the app settings. This will allow users to switch between accounts on a single device without having to access WhatsApp Business.
Each account will have separate settings, notifications, and chat history, ensuring a clear distinction between personal and professional use.
How to add a new account#
Users will be able to add a second account by signing up with a new phone number or linking an existing account via a QR code.
Switching between accounts will be available from a new section in Settings, which will display an overview of all accounts registered in the app. The section will display profile photos and names of each account, making it easier to identify and switch between them.
When selecting a different account, WhatsApp will immediately switch to it. This action will download the chat history specific to the selected account and apply its unique settings and preferences, including notification tones, automatic download settings, backup settings, and other settings specific to that profile.
Switching accounts does not require logging out or restarting the app, as the transition will happen instantly within a single session, allowing users to seamlessly switch between profiles with a single tap. Additionally, a confirmation message will briefly appear at the bottom of the screen informing the user that the account has been successfully switched.
The title of the notification will clearly indicate which account it pertains to, including the account name, providing a clear and immediate distinction between messages received on different profiles and helping users avoid confusion when managing multiple accounts.
Clicking on such a notification will automatically initiate an account switch, taking the user directly to the relevant conversation on the correct account. This ensures a smooth transition and immediate access to the message, without having to manually navigate to the accounts section.
Benefits and availability#
This feature will be especially useful for users who have more than one phone number and prefer not to use WhatsApp Business to manage a secondary account.
With the growing popularity of eSIM technology, especially on supported iPhone models where users can store eight or more eSIMs and activate them as needed, the ability to add and switch between multiple WhatsApp accounts in one app is especially valuable. Instead of relying on multiple devices, users will be able to manage all of their accounts from one place, making communication more efficient and centralized.
The ability to switch between multiple accounts is in development and will be available in a future update to the app.
Conclusion#
WhatsApp continues to move towards greater flexibility and convenience for users. The multi-account feature is an important step in the development of the platform.
The official release date of the update has not yet been announced. We at GREEN-API are following the news and will inform you about all significant innovations in WhatsApp, follow our blog. We will follow and keep you updated on the news about the appearance of this feature in WhatsApp for iOS.