New WhatsApp Feature Will Allow Profile Picture Sync from Instagram and Facebook for Easy Cross-App Updates

WhatsApp may soon introduce a new feature that allows users to import their profile pictures straight from Facebook or Instagram. This functionality has been spotted in the most recent WhatsApp beta for Android (version 2.25.21.23) and is currently available to some beta users. A broader rollout will take place in the coming weeks.

Currently, users can change their WhatsApp profile picture by taking a photo with the camera, choosing from the gallery, using an avatar, or even setting up an AI-generated image. With this new version, two new shortcuts will appear, one for Facebook and another for Instagram.This means that users may quickly select the same profile photo they've used on other platforms and apply it to WhatsApp with a few taps. Users may now import high-quality profile photographs from Facebook or Instagram right into WhatsApp.

To access this feature, users must first link their WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram accounts in Meta's Accounts Center. This is part of Meta's overall strategy to make its apps more linked and user-friendly. Once linked, the apps can share features such as profile pictures, stories, and account information between platforms.

This step is part of Meta's ongoing work to incorporate its services better. The company has already introduced capabilities such as sending Instagram stories directly to WhatsApp and allowing Instagram business profiles to incorporate WhatsApp contact links. Syncing profile images across platforms is another step toward providing consumers with a consistent experience across multiple Meta applications.

Overall, this functionality will make it easier for people to keep their profiles consistent across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, saving time and effort, particularly for users who frequently update their images or use these platforms for professional or business purposes.

This article is based on information from Money Control