Here’s what the new subscription includes and how to sign up.
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WhatsApp users in South Africa can now unlock extra features with the launch of WhatsApp Plus, a new subscription service from Meta priced at R28.99 per month.
The subscription was first tested earlier this year and is aimed at users who want more ways to personalise and organise their WhatsApp experience.
The good news is your regular WhatsApp chats, calls, and messages remain completely free.
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What do you get with WhatsApp Plus?
New subscribers can enjoy a free one-month trial, although a payment method is required to activate it.
WhatsApp Plus currently includes six premium features:
Custom app iconsNew chat themes and colour optionsEnhanced chat lists with custom alerts and ringtonesPin up to 20 chats (instead of the standard three)Exclusive sticker packsAdditional notification and ringtone options
The subscription focuses on customisation rather than adding major new messaging tools.
How to subscribe
Android users:
Open WhatsAppTap the three-dot menuSelect SettingsTap Subscriptions
iPhone users:
Open WhatsAppTap your profile icon in the bottom-right cornerSelect Subscriptions
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WhatsApp Plus is the latest addition to Meta’s growing list of paid services.
The company already offers subscriptions on Facebook and Instagram, while premium versions of its Meta AI chatbot have also started rolling out in selected countries.
For now, WhatsApp Plus appears to be aimed at users who enjoy personalising their apps and keeping their chats more organised, without changing the core WhatsApp experience millions rely on every day.
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