WhatsApp’s next feature may be letting you create your own AI chatbot

Meta’s WhatsApp is developing a new feature that will let users create and customize AI-powered chatbots within the messaging app.

What’s new: WhatsApp is working on an AI Character feature that will enable users to create personalized chatbots tailored to their specific needs and preferences.

• The feature was discovered in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.25.1.26
• Users will be able to customize chatbots for various purposes, including productivity and entertainment
• WhatsApp plans to provide suggestions to help users navigate the chatbot creation process

Technical details: The AI Character feature appears to be an extension of Meta’s existing AI Studio capabilities, which are currently available to Instagram users.

• The feature will integrate artificial intelligence directly into the WhatsApp messaging platform
• Users will have control over their chatbot’s personality and capabilities
• The system will include guided customization options to help users define their chatbot’s functions

Development status: The feature is currently in early development stages and has not yet been released to beta testers.

• The functionality has been spotted in WhatsApp’s beta code but is not yet accessible
• No official release timeline has been announced
• Beta testing is expected to begin in upcoming updates

Looking ahead: While this development signals Meta’s push to integrate AI more deeply into its messaging platforms, the success of the feature will likely depend on how well it balances user-friendly customization with practical utility in day-to-day messaging.