WhatsApp Users Can Now Share Instagram Reels Directly In Chats, How It Works

GlobalSocial CommerceShoppable VideoSocial CheckoutInstagram ShoppingTimes Now · October 23, 2026 at 10:57 AM
WhatsApp Users Can Now Share Instagram Reels Directly In Chats, How It Works

WhatsApp users can now share Instagram Reels directly in chats, a new feature that allows for seamless content sharing between the two platforms. This update enables users to share their favorite Reels with friends and family without having to leave the WhatsApp app.

This feature is significant for social commerce as it increases the discoverability of Instagram Reels and can drive more traffic to the platform. It also provides an opportunity for creators and businesses to reach a wider audience and potentially increase engagement and sales. By integrating Instagram Reels into WhatsApp, Meta is further expanding its social commerce capabilities and creating new opportunities for users to discover and interact with content.

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