WhatsApp: hide new status function for individual contacts - is that possible?
The new status function in WhatsApp allows you to hide the status for individual contacts. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works.
WhatsApp: How to hide the new status function for individual contacts
With the new WhatsApp status, you can set one or more pictures and videos with or without text for 24 hours, which will be seen by your contact list. If you do not want every contact to have access to the status, you can set this in the settings. We show you how it works:
- Open WhatsApp and tap "Status" in the middle column.
- Select the three items in the top right corner and tap on "Status data protection".
- Now you can choose who can see your WhatsApp status. Opt for "My contacts except
"if you want to hide individual contacts. Alternatively, you can use" Only share with
"determine who should see your status.
- In the next step, define the contacts by tapping on the circle behind the name. Once you have selected all of them, confirm with the green tick button.
- Now share a status with WhatsApp as usual by tapping "My Status" in the "Status" area. This is now only displayed to the contacts you have selected. You can make changes at any time in the same way.
We have more information for you on the new WhatsApp status in the next practical tip.