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WhatsApp for iPhone to add optional in-app browser for all links
Key points
- WhatsApp is developing an in-app browser for all links on iPhone.
- Users can enable/disable the feature in settings.
- Settings will allow clearing cookies and cache.
- WhatsApp states it cannot see which links users open.
Expanding In-App Browser Functionality
WhatsApp is reportedly working on extending its in-app browser capabilities to all links shared within chats on iPhone. Previously, the platform introduced limited in-app browser support for specific HTTPS-secured business websites.
User Control and Privacy
The new feature will include an 'In-app browser' option under Settings > Chats, allowing users to choose whether links open within WhatsApp or their default browser. Users will also be able to clear cookies, cache, and other browsing data stored by the in-app browser. WhatsApp states it will not be able to see the links users share or open.
Feature Availability
While references to this feature have been found in the latest TestFlight build, it is not yet available to beta testers. There is no official timeline for when this functionality will be released to beta testers or the general public.
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Reporting from
WhatsApp is developing an optional in-app browser for iPhone users, allowing all links shared in chats to open directly within the app. This expands on existing limited support for business links and includes settings for managing browsing data.