How to set a WhatsApp status that only some people can see - briefly?
To create a WhatsApp status visible only to specific contacts, you cannot use the built-in status feature as it is public by default. Instead, consider sending the message directly to those contacts or using a third-party app that supports private stories.
How to set a WhatsApp status that only some people can see - in detail?
To set a WhatsApp status that only specific people can see, you need to use the "My contacts except..." feature or create broadcast lists. Here's a detailed guide on how to achieve this:
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Using "My contacts except..." Feature:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the 'Status' tab.
- Tap on the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner of the screen.
- Select 'Status privacy'.
- Choose 'My contacts except...' from the list.
- You will be prompted to select the contacts you want to exclude from seeing your status updates. Simply tap on the names of those contacts and confirm.
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Creating Broadcast Lists:
- Open WhatsApp and go to the 'Chats' tab.
- Tap on the three dots (⋮) at the top right corner of the screen and select 'New broadcast'.
- Choose the contacts you want to include in this broadcast list. Note that all these contacts will be able to see your status updates, but no one outside this list will.
- Tap on 'Create' to save your new broadcast list.
- To set a status for this specific group of people, tap on the broadcast list you just created and then tap on the camera icon at the bottom right corner of the screen. Add your desired text, photo, or video, and send it as a status update.
By using either of these methods, you can control who sees your WhatsApp status updates, ensuring that only the people you choose have access to your shared content.