New WhatsApp beta for Android: paid channel subscriptions

WhatsApp has rolled out a fresh beta update for Android, version 2.25.19.3, available through the Google Play Beta Program. This update introduces an exciting feature that lets users subscribe to paid channels for exclusive content, set to launch in a future update. The new subscription option allows channel owners to offer special access to premium content, like behind-the-scenes updates or member-only posts, for a fee.

Users can easily join these paid channels directly within WhatsApp, using a simple subscription process tied to their account. This feature aims to help creators and businesses share unique content while giving subscribers a more personalized experience. For now, the paid channel subscription feature is still in development and not yet available to beta testers. WhatsApp is fine-tuning it to ensure a smooth rollout.

This update shows WhatsApp’s focus on expanding its platform, making it a hub for both free and premium content, while keeping user privacy and security in mind with end-to-end encryption. To stay updated on this and other WhatsApp beta features for Android, iOS, and other platforms, follow WABetaInfo on X or join their WhatsApp channel for quick notifications. The feature is expected to bring more ways for users to connect with their favorite creators and communities shortly.