WhatsApp is set to unveil a new privacy feature aimed at enhancing user control over the sharing of their Status updates.

Currently available in the beta version for Android users, this update introduces an "Allow sharing" option that enables users to dictate who can redistribute their Status updates beyond the initial viewers.

The new feature extends the existing capability where only tagged users could reshare a Status. With this toggle, users now have the ability to authorize or deny permission for their Status to be forwarded or reshared more broadly.

This move seeks to strike a balance between private sharing and wider distribution, particularly beneficial for users looking to share announcements, events, or promotional content with specific limitations.

To activate the feature, users upload a Status as usual and navigate to the "Status viewers" section where the "Allow sharing" option is located.

Once enabled, users can select specific contacts permitted to reshare or forward the Status. Notably, shared content will be devoid of personal identifiers such as name, profile photo, and phone number to uphold the original poster's privacy.

Furthermore, WhatsApp will notify users when their Status updates are reshared, enhancing transparency and allowing creators, businesses, and community organizers to monitor the reach of their content without compromising privacy.

While currently in beta testing, the feature underscores WhatsApp's commitment to empowering users with precise control over their privacy and content visibility. A broader rollout is anticipated soon, beginning with Android users before expanding to iOS platforms.