WhatsApp has increased the number of messages users can pin at the top of a chat from three to four, according to multiple news outlets. The change was reported by Yen News, Fana News, SammyGuru, Sammy Fans, and Legit News on September 6, 2026.
The feature allows users to keep important messages visible at the top of a conversation for quick access. Previously, WhatsApp only supported pinning up to three messages in any single chat. The new limit reportedly applies to individual chats, though the reports do not specify whether group chats are also affected.
According to Legit News, the update is not available on every Android phone. The outlet notes that the feature is rolling out selectively, meaning some Android users may not see the option to pin a fourth message even after updating the app. The reports do not clarify which devices or operating system versions are excluded, nor do they indicate when a broader rollout might occur.
Yen News and other outlets did not provide technical details about how the feature works beyond the increased limit. It remains unclear whether the pinned messages are sorted by recency or if users can manually arrange them. The reports also do not mention whether the feature is available on iOS or only on Android.
The change appears to be part of WhatsApp’s ongoing effort to give users more control over their chat organization. Pinning messages is a common tool for keeping addresses, links, or important instructions accessible without scrolling through long conversations.
Users who do not yet see the option to pin a fourth message should check for app updates in the coming weeks, as the rollout appears to be gradual.
