WhatsApp is adding ads to the Status screen: Here’s why
WhatsApp will finally start showing ads within the app! The widely used messaging platform with over two billion monthly active users globally is all set to introduce its most significant advertising features yet, signaling Meta’s desire to monetize the messenger app.
The decision, which was announced on June 16, 2025, will see advertisements appear within the ‘Updates’ tab, which houses both ‘Channels’ and ‘Status’ features.
