The arrival of 2026 motivates millions of people to send wishes of prosperity, health and happiness via WhatsApp. The messages vary between short texts, exciting phrases, funny options and religious messages, catering to different contact profiles. Plataformas of message exchanges registered a peak in sending on the night of December 31st and the morning of January 1st.
The custom of wishing Feliz Ano Novo for applications has been consolidated in recent years. In 2025, WhatsApp surpassed 2 billion monthly active users worldwide, according to data from Meta. No Brasil, the application leads the exchange of year-end messages.
Short and direct messages
Quick phrases continue to be the most used by those who send to many contacts at the same time.
- Happy 2026 full of health and achievements!
- May 2026 bring peace, love and many achievements.
- Year Novo, new life! Feliz 2026!
- Lots of light and success in 2026.
These options take up little space and allow for mass shipping without losing any of the care.
Exciting options for family and close friends
Longer texts convey greater feelings and are usually sent individually.
May 2026 arrive bringing renewal to all your dreams. May each day of the new year be marked by health, family harmony and unforgettable moments with the ones you love. Conte with me always.
Another much-shared message reads: “Thank you for being part of my 2025 story. May 2026 be the most beautiful chapter of our lives. Te I wish you all the best!”
Many users add heart, fireworks and champagne emojis to reinforce the emotion.
Funny phrases for groups of friends
Light humor dominates conversations between friends and work groups.
- Happy 2026! May this year the academy last more than 15 days.
- May 2026 come with a promotion, a trip booked and zero late bills.
- Year Novo arriving and I’m still writing 2025. Feliz everything there!
These messages tend to generate quick responses and maintain a relaxed atmosphere in the early hours of the year.
Religious and gratitude messages
A significant portion of Brazilians prefer texts with spiritual references.
God bless your 2026 greatly. May Senhor renew your strength, heal your pain and fulfill your heart’s desires. Feliz Ano Novo in the presence of Pai!
Another common option: “Gratitude for everything I experienced in 2025. May 2026 be guided by faith, protected by Deus and full of blessings. Amém!”
Motivational texts to start the year with energy
Phrases about overcoming and personal goals gain space among those who like to plan.
May 2026 be the year to turn dreams into plans and plans into reality. Você is capable of anything he wants. Vamos together!
Many complement with: “New cycle, new opportunities. Deixe go back to what doesn’t add up and embrace everything that makes you grow. Feliz 2026!”
Tips for personalizing your messages
Digital etiquette experts recommend adapting the text to the level of intimacy.
For coworkers, prefer neutral and professional messages. Já for family members, include personal nominations or mementos from the previous year.
The use of short audios also grew in 2025, but written text still leads by allowing simultaneous sending to dozens of people.
The practice of forwarding ready-made messages remains strong, but adding a personal phrase at the end increases the emotional impact of receipt.
