Recently a code has been discovered on one of the most recent beta version of WhatsApp. This code indicates that WhatsApp is working on a feature that would enable companies to display a verification badge on their channels. Alterations are being made by the corporation to the manner in which verification marks are presented on the messaging platform. At some point in the future, it is anticipated that WhatsApp will transition from the green badges that are now used on the platform to blue verified check marks, which are currently utilised on Instagram and Facebook.
WABetaInfo discovered a new “verified channel” feature on the WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.1.18 update, which is currently being sent to testers who have registered to get beta versions of the app on Android. In contrast to the other features that are now being tested on the platform, this particular feature is still in the beginning stages of development. It is anticipated that it will be made available to beta testers at some point in the future, prior to being made available to all users on the stable channel.
The supposed user interface for the newly added verified channel feature is depicted in a screenshot that was distributed by the feature tracker. It would appear that WhatsApp Business users are the target audience for this functionality, which will enable users to display their verified badge on a new channel that has been built just for their company. In the previous year, the company made the announcement that businesses will be able to subscribe to the Meta Verified function offered by the parent company and receive a verified check mark on their profile.
It is interesting to note that the screenshot that was leaked by WABetaInfo demonstrates that when you add the verified badge to a channel, in addition to immediately replacing the channel’s current name and profile picture, it will also begin using your verified business details. Additionally, a preview is displayed, which demonstrates how your channel image, name, and verified badge will appear. As indicated by the screenshot, if you choose to alter the picture that appears on your channel, you will be required to make the necessary adjustments to your business profile.
According to WABetaInfo, in order for businesses to be able to display a verified check mark, they will be need to have a membership plan for Meta Verified. According to the feature tracker, individual users and accounts that are not associated with a business will miss out on the opportunity to add a verified check mark to channels. It is advised to take these allegations with a grain of salt because the firm has not yet announced any intentions connected to verification marks for channels, despite the fact that the feature tracker has a record that is nearly unparalleled when it comes to uncovering and leaking new WhatsApp features.