WhatsApp to Introduce Paid Channel Subscriptions, Enabling Creator Monetization

If you are making content and have an Instagram account that is set on 'subscribers only', then it is likely that you are aware that there is money to be made through subscriptions. However, Meta, the company behind the social media platform, is looking to replicate the same thing but for its WhatsApp application. This feature has been spotted in the beta version of the app, and according to reports, it is currently under development and is expected to be rolled out in the future.

According to recent beta builds, WhatsApp is preparing to implement a system that will allow channel owners to offer exclusive content through a paywall. This will allow creators to set subscription fees directly in the channel settings. This will provide them with new revenue streams while also allowing them to continue sharing free updates with their audience. This information was obtained by wabetainfo.

It looks like the application will be moving towards increased transparency. The subscription count will be displayed alongside the follower count, just like in Instagram. The good news is that the subscriber count will be visible to all users, regardless of whether they are subscribers themselves.