WhatsApp brings "video messages" feature

New Delhi: Mark Zuckerberg has just announced the launch of video messages on WhatsApp. 

Starting Thursday, users can now record and share short, personal videos directly in the WhatsApp Chat. 

"Voice messages on WhatsApp changed the way people communicate by providing a quick and secure way to share your voice. We’re excited to build on this feature with new instant video messages. Now you can record and share short personal videos directly in the chat," Zuckerberg said in his blog post.

Length of video message on WhatsApp 

Video messages are a real-time way to respond to chats with whatever you want to say and show in 60 seconds. 

"We think these will be a fun way to share moments with all the emotion that comes from video, whether it’s wishing someone a happy birthday, laughing at a joke, or bringing good news," said Zuckerberg.

How to send video messages on WhatsApp

Sending a video message is as simple as sending a voice message. 

Just tap to switch to video mode, and hold to record the video. You can also swipe up to lock and record the video hands-free. 

Videos will play automatically on mute when opened in a chat, and tapping on the video will start the sound. 

"Video messages are protected with end-to-end encryption to keep your messages secure," said Zuckerberg.

Video messages have begun rolling out and will be available to everyone in the coming weeks.