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WhatsApp tests in-app browser for iOS chats
WhatsApp beta users can now open any link in chats without leaving the app.
In brief
WhatsApp beta users can now open any link in chats without leaving the app. WhatsApp is developing an in-app browser for iOS that lets users open links directly in chats without switching to Safari. Originally reported by WABetaInfo.
WhatsApp in-app browser feature
WhatsApp is developing an in-app browser for chats on iOS.
Users enable in-app browser
Users will enable the in-app browser from app settings to open links within chats.
Business links previously limited
WhatsApp previously limited this feature to business links meeting technical requirements.
Full in-app browser coming
WhatsApp is developing a full in-app browser for all links in chats on ios.
How to use in-app browser
Users open links within chats without switching to safari or other browsers.
Browsing data management
Users can clear cookies and cache from websites visited in whatsapp browser.
Next steps for feature
WhatsApp will release in-app browser to beta testers in future ios update.
The takeaway
WhatsApp is developing an in-app browser for iOS that lets users open links directly in chats without switching to Safari.
