The beta release of WhatsApp for Android has brought a notable refresh to the Settings area, and it introduces the capability to run more than one account on a single device. This information comes from the WABetaInfo portal, which tracks the newest changes in the app’s development builds.
Among the most exciting changes is the multi‑account switcher. This feature enables users to sign in with an additional account right on the same device, simplifying the experience for people who juggle personal and work conversations. In the past, anyone who needed multiple WhatsApp profiles usually had to go through clumsy workarounds, such as cloning the app or using third‑party tools. The beta removes that obstacle by providing a clean, built‑in solution that keeps accounts separate while staying within WhatsApp’s official ecosystem.
Official notes indicate that the current implementation supports adding one extra account. While that limit exists for now, there is a reasonable expectation that the option could be expanded in future updates, allowing even more flexibility for power users who rely on multiple identities for personal, business, or organizational use.
In addition to the multi‑account capability, the Settings interface has received a fresh visual refresh on Android. The redesign aligns more closely with the iOS version, presenting the options in a tile‑based layout with subsection lists. This change aims to improve navigability and make configuration steps quicker and more intuitive, mirroring the look and feel familiar to iPhone users while maintaining Android usability patterns.
These changes, including the new Settings UI and the multi‑account feature, have been distributed to a broad group of testers who installed WhatsApp beta version 2.23.18.21 for Android. The rollout to stable versions remains uncertain, and the timing may vary by region and device model as WhatsApp’s development and QA teams continue to balance new features with reliability and performance expectations.
Last year, WhatsApp also expanded its ecosystem beyond Android, with the release of a dedicated macOS version. This move reflects the company’s broader strategy to reach users across multiple platforms, delivering consistent messaging experiences whether on mobile, desktop, or notebook devices. The macOS update demonstrates WhatsApp’s commitment to cross‑device continuity and smoother transitions between environments for all users, an effort that complements ongoing Android improvements and the evolving Settings experience.