WhatsApp Testing New Group Member Tags Feature for Android Users: Here’s How It Works

WhatsApp is experimenting with a new Group Member Tags feature on Android, allowing users to add personalized labels—up to 30 characters—to identify their role or function within a group. Currently available to select beta testers, the feature works for both newly created and existing groups.

A Push Toward Better Group Communication

In its ongoing effort to enhance group interactions, WhatsApp is testing a feature that lets members assign custom tags to themselves in group chats. This update aims to improve clarity and identity, especially in large or purpose-driven groups such as professional teams, clubs, and community communities.

How the Tagging Feature Works

According to information from WABetaInfo, the latest WhatsApp beta for Android (version 2.25.17.42) introduces the option to add tags with a maximum of 30 characters. Users can apply tags that reflect their role, expertise, or interests—such as:

• Coach
• Project Manager
• Designer
• Moderator

These labels appear next to the user’s name in group conversations, making it easier for others to understand each member’s role at a glance.

Users Have Full Control Over Their Tags

A notable aspect of this feature is that tags are entirely user-controlled. Group admins cannot assign or modify tags; each member can create, update, or remove their own label as needed.

While users have full freedom in tagging, WhatsApp is expected to enforce certain safety and security restrictions to prevent misuse, although details on these limitations are still emerging.