WhatsApp has released beta update version 2.22.18.10, it appears that the company is working on improvements to better notify group members about the method for approving their membership. The group option approve new participants was given the relevant info.
Unlike earlier, new participants will have to wait until the group admin grants them permission to join the group.
There are multiple ways in which users can join a group, these include a group invite link, added by another participant in the group, a group directory in a community, and a QR code.
By enabling this feature in the Group Settings, the admin has to review every participant’s request before he/she can join the group.
As a member when admin approval is required to join the group, participants will see the message “An admin must approve your request” above the Request to join button.
As a group admin, users will be notified when they have pending requests to review. The admin will see a banner in the group chat or can access the Pending Participants section from the Group Info page. When reviewing participants’ requests, the admin can approve or reject the request.
As you can see in the screenshot below, WhatsApp is still working on letting each group member know when the option to choose who can invite new people to the group is turned on.
How to Approve New Participants on WhatsApp
To use the Approve New Participant feature on WhatsApp, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp on your smartphone.
- Tap on the group’s name for which you want to enable the feature.
- Head to Group Info
- Scroll down to Group Settings.
- Tap on Approve New Participants.
- Select On from the pop-up to turn on admin approval
How to use New Participant Approval on WhatsApp Group
To use the New Participant Approval feature on WhatsApp groups, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp on your phone and go to the group you want to manage.
- Tap the group name at the top to see more options.
- Find Group Settings and press ON
- Select Group Privacy from the settings menu.
- Search New Participants and activate it by switching to ON.
- You’ll get a notification when someone wants to join the group.
- You can review their profile and decide whether you want to let them join.
Participants will be able to share their Reason for the request with the group admins or Cancel the Request. When a participant’s request is approved by the admin, the chat will reflect which group admin added the participant or if they joined using the group’s invite link.
How to Enable New Participant Approval Feature on WhatsApp
To enable the New Participant Approval feature on WhatsApp, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp on your smartphone and go to the group
- Tap on the group name at the top
- Look for the Group Settings (Depending on your WhatsApp version, it may be represented by three vertical dots or a gear icon)
- Tap Group Settings
- Click Group Privacy
- Search for New Participants or Approve New Members
- Enable the New Participant Approval feature by toggling it on.
How to Approve or Deny Join Request on Whatsapp Group
To approve or deny a join request on the WhatsApp group, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and tap on the group chat
- Find someone who wants to join the group. For example, XYZ has requested to join the group.
- Tap on the Join request message to open it and Review the requester’s profile, message history, or any other relevant information to help you make a decision.
- Tap on Approve or Accept option. The requester will then be added to the group.
- To deny the request, tap on Deny or Reject option. The requester will not be added to the group.
Conclusion: Approving or denying participation requests in WhatsApp groups is a simple process that can help you manage your group and maintain privacy. By following the steps above, you can quickly review and manage all the requests to join your group.
FAQs
How can I manage a large number of join requests efficiently?
You can utilize the “Approve New Participants” feature along with reviewing profiles, message histories, or any relevant information to streamline the process and make well-informed decisions
How can I turn on WhatsApp’s “Approve New Participants” feature?
The feature is automatically activated for group admins. You will receive a notification whenever someone requests to join the group.
What is the function of WhatsApp’s “Approve New Participants” feature?
The “Approve New Participants” feature allows group admins to review and approve or deny requests from individuals wanting to join the group.
Are there any restrictions while utilizing the “Approve New Participants” feature?
Group admins have the authority to decide whether to approve or reject join requests. However, adhering to WhatsApp’s community guidelines and ensuring fair and appropriate decisions is essential.
