10 Hidden WhatsApp Tricks You Didn’t Know Existed (2025 Edition)
WhatsApp is the world’s most popular messaging app with over 2 billion users. While most people use it for texting, voice notes, and calls, there are several hidden WhatsApp tricks that can take your user experience to the next level. In this post, we reveal 10 lesser-known features that you probably didn’t know existed — and how you can use them to your advantage in 2025.
Pin Important Chats to the Top
Tired of losing important conversations in the flood of messages? WhatsApp allows you to pin up to 3 chats at the top of your chat list.
How to Use:
- Long-press the chat you want to pin
- Tap the pin icon at the top of the screen
Use Case: Pin your boss, spouse, or project group so you never miss their messages.
Format Text with Bold, Italics, and Strikethrough
Add some style to your messages by formatting them. You can easily make text bold, italic, or strikethrough.
How to Format:
- Bold: Add asterisks:
*text* - Italics: Use underscores:
_text_ Strikethrough: Use tildes:~text~
Pro Tip: Combine styles like *_bold & italic_* for even more impact.
Read Messages Without Triggering Blue Ticks
Want to read a message without letting the sender know? Here’s how to do it without disabling read receipts.
Hidden Trick:
- Turn on airplane mode
- Read the message
- Close WhatsApp completely
- Turn off airplane mode
Result: You read the message, but no blue ticks are sent!
Create Custom Notifications for Contacts
Know who’s messaging you without even checking your phone! WhatsApp lets you assign custom tones to specific contacts.
How to Set:
- Open the chat > Tap the name
- Choose Custom Notifications
- Pick a unique sound
Perfect for: Family members, VIP clients, or your bestie.
Hide Specific Chats Without Deleting Them
Want to hide a conversation from your main feed? Use the archive feature.
How to Use:
- Long-press the chat > Tap the archive icon
Bonus: Archived chats stay hidden even if a new message comes in (if you enable that option in settings).
Hide Specific Chats Without Deleting Them
Want to hide a conversation from your main feed? Use the archive feature.
How to Use:
- Long-press the chat > Tap the archive icon
Bonus: Archived chats stay hidden even if a new message comes in (if you enable that option in settings).
Hide Specific Chats Without Deleting Them
Want to hide a conversation from your main feed? Use the archive feature.
How to Use:
- Long-press the chat > Tap the archive icon
Bonus: Archived chats stay hidden even if a new message comes in (if you enable that option in settings).
Bookmark Key Messages with ‘Star’ Feature
Lost a key message in a long conversation? Star important messages so you can find them easily later.
How to Use:
- Long-press a message > Tap the star icon
- To view: Go to Settings > Starred Messages
Great for: Saving addresses, passwords, or special notes.
Send Disappearing Messages for Extra Privacy
You can set messages to auto-delete after 24 hours, 7 days, or 90 days to keep your chats clean and private.
How to Enable:
- Open a chat > Tap the name > Choose Disappearing Messages
Ideal for: Confidential conversations or shared devices.
Search Chats Like a Pro
Need to find that one message or link? WhatsApp has a powerful search feature that lets you look by keyword, date, media, links, and more.
How to Search:
- Tap the search icon on the main screen
- Type a word or filter by Photos, Videos, Links, Docs
Saves time and reduces scrolling.
Use WhatsApp on Multiple Devices (Linked Devices)
Now you can use WhatsApp on up to 4 linked devices without keeping your phone online.
How to Set Up:
- Go to Settings > Linked Devices
- Scan the QR code on your PC, tablet, or another phone
Perfect for multitaskers or remote workers.
Lock WhatsApp with Fingerprint or Face ID
Add an extra layer of security by locking WhatsApp using your phone’s biometric system.
How to Enable:
- Go to Settings > Privacy > Fingerprint Lock (Android) or Face ID (iPhone)
Bonus: You can choose the time WhatsApp auto-locks after inactivity.
Final Thoughts
These hidden WhatsApp features are not just fun—they’re practical tools to improve your privacy, productivity, and user experience. As WhatsApp continues to evolve in 2025, staying updated with these tricks helps you stay ahead of the curve.
