WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature in beta for Android version 2.25.23.5 that gives group admins the ability to control who can view the group invite link and associated QR code. Before this change, only admins could access the invite link, creating more work for them. Currently, the feature is rolling out to some beta testers and will be available to more users over the coming weeks. With this new feature, admins will be able to choose to make the invite link for the group visible to all members, not just other admins, boosting convenience. This includes the QR code, which can also be seen by all if the setting is enabled. By default, the feature is turned off to ensure the privacy and security of the group, unless the admin chooses to enable it. This feature will be useful for groups of a public nature designed to attract lots of people such as fan communities. It should help to reduce friction and delays for members who want to invite others to the group and it will likely lead to greater participation and growth in community groups.

While admins will hope this works for their group, the ability for anyone to share an invite may end up being abused. If this turns out to be the case, admins will be able to disable the option at any time through the group settings. When the setting is turned off, WhatsApp will display a warning that the group invite link will be reset automatically. This ensures that any links shared while the option was on will no longer be valid. Both admins and group members will benefit from this feature once it's rolled out more widely. For admins, there will be a reduced workload as you no longer have to manually send links to members. Meanwhile, group members will benefit from the autonomy to invite new participants without needing to ask for permission each time. Describing the feature, WABetaInfo said: "This convenience may encourage participation while still leaving admins in full control since they decide whether or not to share the invite link with all members, maintaining oversight over who can access and distribute it."