WhatsApp: change status
In order to change your status in WhatsApp, you have to proceed slightly differently for Android and iPhone mobile phones. We explain both methods.
Android: change WhatsApp status
- Start WhatsApp and click the menu button or menu icon at the top right of the screen and select "Status".
- Your current status is displayed under "Your current status". You can choose from various templates.
- If you want to use your own status, tap the pencil icon next to your current status message and enter your new status. Confirm the process by tapping "OK".
iPhone: Change status message on WhatsApp
- Open WhatsApp and tap on "Status" in the bar at the bottom of the screen.
- You will see both your current status and numerous predefined status messages.
- You can enter your own status using the plus symbol at the top right and save it by clicking on "Save".
If you can't think of a suitable status for WhatsApp, let yourself be inspired by our top 100 WhatsApp status sayings.