Credits: GeeksforGeeks
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is rolling out a highly anticipated feature that lets users add music to their status updates, blending audio with visual storytelling. The “Music for Status Updates” tool, now available to beta testers on Android and soon to iOS users, allows individuals to personalize their stories with songs from Meta’s licensed library. Here’s a comprehensive guide to using the feature and what to expect.
How to Add Music to Your WhatsApp Status
Whether you’re sharing a photo, video, or text update, WhatsApp’s music feature enhances your status with sound. Here’s how to use it:
Creating a Music Status
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Open WhatsApp and go to the Updates tab.
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Tap the camera icon to create a new status (photo, video, or text).
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Select your media, then tap the music note icon at the top of the screen.
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Search for a song by title, artist, or genre, or browse popular tracks from your region.
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Choose the segment of the song you want to use (up to 15 seconds for photos, up to 60 seconds for videos).
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Post your status. Recipients will see the song title at the top of your story, clickable to explore details.
Adding Music from Someone Else’s Status
If you discover a song you like while viewing another user’s status:
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Tap the song title displayed at the top of their status.
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Select “Add a status with music” from the menu.
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Customize the clip and post it to your own story.
Why It Matters
This feature caters to users who want to express moods or tastes dynamically. Whether pairing a sunset photo with a calming melody or a workout video with an upbeat track, music adds depth to storytelling. As Meta continues merging features across its apps, WhatsApp’s update mirrors Instagram’s audio tools, fostering cross-platform familiarity.
Key Notes & Limitations
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Platform Availability: Currently in beta for Android (version 2.25.2.5) and rolling out to iOS users. Non-beta users should update WhatsApp to access the feature once it’s widely released.
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Device Restrictions: Music can only be added via iOS or Android; desktop or web versions are unsupported.
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Content Limits: Music is unavailable for text, GIF, or voice statuses.
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Regional Variations: Song availability depends on your country, and the WhatsApp Business app may offer different tracks.
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Artist Exploration: Tapping a song title in someone’s status lets you view artist details (may redirect you outside WhatsApp).
What Users Are Saying
Early adopters praise the feature for its creativity, though some note the 15-second limit for images feels restrictive. Others speculate about future integrations, like sharing Instagram Reels directly to WhatsApp statuses.
Future Updates
While no official timeline exists for global rollout, WhatsApp typically transitions beta features to stable versions quickly. Stay tuned for enhancements, such as expanded music libraries or playlist sharing.
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