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WhatsApp Tests ‘Spoiler’ Text Format That Hides Messages Until Tapped

The beta-only tool obscures selected text to give group chat participants control over whether to view sensitive details.

Overview

  • Specialist site WABetaInfo spotted the feature in iOS beta v26.6.10.71 and Android beta 2.26.7.10.
  • Hidden sections appear blurred or under a colored strip and require a tap to reveal the content.
  • The capability is limited to text messages for now, with no indication of support for images or video.
  • Users can apply the format from the text formatting menu or by enclosing text with double vertical bars, such as ||this||.
  • Meta has not announced a release date, and the feature remains under active testing according to the reported betas.