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WhatsApp Tests In-Chat Storage Manager in Android and iOS Betas

A new chat info shortcut surfaces the full Manage Storage tools for faster per-conversation cleanups during a limited beta rollout.

Overview

  • The shortcut appears for some testers in WhatsApp beta for Android v2.25.31.13 and iOS TestFlight v25.31.10.70, with availability expanding in waves.
  • Functionality mirrors the existing Manage Storage screen, letting users view, sort by size or date, and delete media within a specific chat.
  • Users can perform bulk deletions and mark important items as starred, with pinning options also observed in Android testing.
  • Per-chat access reduces steps for routine cleanups, which is especially useful in media-heavy group conversations.
  • Easier local cleanup can help free space and prevent slowdowns, a growing need as WhatsApp backups count toward Google Drive storage limits.