WhatsApp Status Generator
Create realistic WhatsApp Status story screenshots with viewer lists and text overlays
Status settings
Tips
- A tall phone-screen photo fills the status with the least cropping; other shapes are cropped at the edges.
- One or two short lines of text read best; line breaks you type are kept.
- Story segments split the progress bar; the playing segment is part filled and the ones before it are full.
- Pick a text colour that stands out from the picture or gradient.
Preview
The preview updates as you edit.
About WhatsApp Status Mockup Generator
Our free WhatsApp Status mockup generator lets you create realistic WhatsApp Status (Story) screenshots in seconds, such as a shop’s new-arrivals post or a 24-hour promo, with nothing to install. When you need a polished WhatsApp Status mockup for a client presentation, a believable story preview for a social media deck, or a quick demo for a blog post, this tool delivers production-ready images that are virtually true to genuine WhatsApp Status screenshots.
Every detail is faithfully reproduced: the segmented progress bar at the top showing multi-story navigation, the header overlay with back arrow, profile avatar, username, and timestamp, the full-screen image or gradient background, centred text overlay with customisable font size and colour, the bottom viewer count with eye icon, and the reply input bar; all laid out on an iPhone-sized screen. Toggle between gradient backgrounds or upload your own photo, and the image is 390 × 844 pixels, the size of an iPhone screen in points.
Your text and pictures are not uploaded or stored by this WhatsApp Status screenshot maker . Customise every element from the username and timestamp to the story segment count and viewer numbers, then download the finished PNG in one tap. It takes you from idea to a share-ready WhatsApp Status mockup image.
Key Features
- Authentic WhatsApp Status UI: Every icon, progress segment, overlay gradient, and layout element follows the WhatsApp Status viewer design for iOS.
- Full-screen story background: Upload any photo up to 10 MB to use as the story background, or choose from eight beautiful gradient presets including WhatsApp teal, sunset, ocean, and forest themes.
- Text overlay with custom styling: Add centred text on the story with adjustable font size (14-52 px) and any colour via the colour picker, complete with drop-shadow for readability.
- Segmented progress bar: Configure up to 12 story segments with an active segment indicator, accurately mimicking WhatsApp multi-story navigation.
- Custom profile avatar: Upload a profile picture or use the auto-generated initial-based avatar with WhatsApp green accent.
- Viewer count display: Set a viewer count from 0 to 99,999 that appears at the bottom with an eye icon.
- Reply input bar: The bottom reply pill and send arrow reproduce the WhatsApp Status reply interface exactly.
- iOS status bar: Includes 9:41 clock, signal strength bars, WiFi arcs, and battery indicator.
- PNG export: Download a 390 × 844 pixel PNG with no watermark.
- Private: Your text and pictures are never uploaded or stored.
How to Create WhatsApp Status Screenshots
- Set the profile: Enter the username and timestamp that should appear in the Status header. Optionally upload a profile picture for extra realism.
- Choose a background: Upload a full-screen photo to use as the story background, or pick one of eight gradient presets when no image is set.
- Add text overlay: Type the text you want displayed over the story. Adjust the font size slider and pick a text colour that contrasts well with your background.
- Configure story segments: Set the total number of story segments (1-12) and which segment is currently active to simulate multi-status navigation.
- Set viewer count: Enter the number of views (0 to 99,999) to display at the bottom of the Status screen.
- Download your image: Click "Download PNG" to save a 390 × 844, watermark-free PNG to your device. Share it anywhere.
Use Cases
- Social-media marketing: Create eye-catching WhatsApp Status screenshots for Instagram stories, TikToks, YouTube thumbnails, and ad creatives that showcase story-format content.
- UI/UX design and prototyping: Generate realistic Status viewer mockups for app design presentations, wireframes, and design systems without needing a real WhatsApp account.
- Content creation and blogging: Illustrate articles about WhatsApp features, Status privacy settings, or social media trends with authentic-looking screenshots.
- Education and training: Demonstrate WhatsApp Status features, privacy controls, and digital-communication concepts in classroom materials and workshops.
- Presentations and pitch decks: Embed polished WhatsApp Status mockups into slide decks to showcase story-based marketing campaigns or product announcements.
- Film and video production: Build prop phone screens for movies, short films, or commercials that need realistic on-screen WhatsApp Status views.
- Brand storytelling: Mock up branded WhatsApp Status content to demonstrate how your brand appears in ephemeral story-format messaging.
- WhatsApp Business demos: Create sample Status updates to train teams or showcase WhatsApp Business Status features for client engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upload my own photo as the Status background?
Absolutely. Click "Upload" next to Status picture to choose any photo up to 10 MB from your device. The image is automatically scaled and cropped to fill the full Status screen, just like a real WhatsApp Status photo.
What happens if I don't upload a background image?
Without an uploaded image, the tool displays a beautiful gradient background. You can choose from eight gradient presets, including teal, sunset, ocean, purple, and more, to match your desired aesthetic.
Can I add text on top of the Status image?
Yes. Enter any text in the "Text on the status" field and it will appear centred on the story screen. You can adjust the font size from 14 px to 52 px and pick any colour using the colour picker. The text renders with a drop shadow for readability on any background.
What resolution are the downloaded images?
Images are exported at 390 × 844 pixels, the size of an iPhone screen in points. That suits slides, documents and social posts; it is not a print-resolution file.
Are the downloaded images watermark-free?
Yes. Every PNG you download is completely clean, no watermarks, logos, or branding of any kind. The image looks exactly like a native WhatsApp Status screenshot.
Tips & Best Practices
- Use high-resolution photos: Upload images at least 390 pixels wide, the width of the PNG, and no larger than 10 MB. Tall portrait photos work best; other shapes are cropped to fill the screen.
- Keep text overlay concise: WhatsApp Status text is typically short and punchy. One to two lines reads best on the full-screen format. Avoid long paragraphs that clutter the visual.
- Choose contrasting text colours: White text works well on dark or vivid backgrounds. For lighter images, try dark text; the built-in drop shadow helps on busy backgrounds.
- Match segment counts to your story: If you are mocking up a multi-status sequence, set the segment count to match and position the active segment to show where in the sequence the viewer currently is.
- Use realistic viewer counts: For authenticity, use viewer counts that match the account size you are simulating. A personal account might show 12-50 views; a business account could show hundreds.
- Upload a real-looking profile picture: A custom avatar dramatically increases realism. Use a face, logo, or landscape photo instead of relying on the default initial circle.