March 29, 2025 – WhatsApp has introduced a new way to spice up your status updates! As of March 28, 2025, users worldwide can now add music to their WhatsApp status, a feature that brings the messaging app closer to the creative capabilities of Instagram and other Meta platforms.
The update allows users to add song clips to their status updates, whether they’re sharing a photo, video, or text. “WhatsApp Status has always been a way to share life’s moments with friends and family. Now, you can do exactly that by adding music to your Status updates,” the company announced in an official statement. Users can access the feature by tapping the music note icon while creating a status, searching for a song or artist from Meta’s music library, and selecting a clip—up to 15 seconds for photos and up to 60 seconds for videos, as explained in a step-by-step guide.
The feature, which began rolling out globally on March 28, 2025, is now available in most regions, according to a report on the global rollout. Privacy remains a priority—music shared on WhatsApp status is end-to-end encrypted, meaning only the user’s contacts can see the songs, as highlighted in a summary of the feature. Meta will collect anonymous data on the songs shared to facilitate payments to music rights holders, a standard practice across its platforms.
WhatsApp’s music library, licensed similarly to Instagram’s, allows users to choose specific parts of a song to feature in their status, with viewers able to tap the song label to see details like the track name and artist, as noted in a detailed breakdown. However, some limitations apply: the feature is available only on iOS and Android devices, and music cannot be added to text-only, GIF, or voice status updates. Song availability may also vary by region, a point WhatsApp has advised users to consider, as mentioned in a report on the update.
In the U.S., where WhatsApp is used by 29% of adults according to a 2024 Pew Research survey, this feature could drive greater engagement, especially among younger users who value music in social media. Tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, where digital trends often take root, may see early adoption as users experiment with the feature. The update also positions WhatsApp to compete with platforms like TikTok, where music is a key driver of content creation, reflecting a broader trend of music integration in social apps.
The rollout reflects Meta’s ongoing efforts to enhance WhatsApp’s functionality, making it a more dynamic platform for communication and expression. As the app continues to evolve, features like this could pave the way for more creative tools, potentially integrating with AI-driven enhancements or smart tech ecosystems. For now, WhatsApp users have a new way to share their favorite tunes, adding a musical touch to their daily updates. For more on tech trends, explore our coverage of decentralized apps and stay updated with Technocodex.
