KakaoTalk has launched a special feature to celebrate Parents' Day, announced on May 6, 2025. This innovative function allows users to express gratitude through messages that trigger celebratory visual effects in chat rooms. When users send messages containing specific keywords such as 'Happy Birthday' or 'Thank you, parents,' visual effects like fireworks and flower petals will appear in the chat room, adding a festive touch to conversations.
This feature is available for keywords related to Parents' Day until May 8, 2025, while birthday-related keywords will be supported year-round. For instance, if a user types in a message like 'Thank you, parents,' banners stating 'Fireworks in the Chat Room' or 'Flower Petals in the Chat Room' will pop up. Tapping these banners activates the visual effects instantly, enhancing the chat experience.
Moreover, KakaoTalk has integrated a gift-giving service that allows users to express their gratitude with just a few taps. This seamless connection enables users to send gifts directly from the chat interface, making it easier to convey appreciation during special occasions.
The feature is designed to provide an intuitive experience, optimized for mobile use. Kakao has adopted a mini web view approach, ensuring that users can engage with the chat without interrupting the flow of conversation. This means that whether in one-on-one chats, group chats, or team discussions, users can enjoy these celebratory effects without needing to adjust any settings.
Kakao has a history of introducing seasonal effects for special occasions. Previously, users could trigger visual effects by entering specific keywords during holidays like New Year's or Chuseok. This new feature expands on that concept, allowing for everyday expressions of emotion and gratitude in a more natural and engaging way.
A representative from Kakao emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing communication through emotional expression. "In the future, we will continue to connect various emotions and contexts expressed through messages to provide a warmer and more meaningful communication experience," the representative stated.
This new function not only enriches the user experience but also aims to foster deeper connections among users by making expressions of appreciation more visually engaging. As Parents' Day approaches, KakaoTalk users can look forward to a more interactive way to celebrate their parents and loved ones.
With this feature, KakaoTalk positions itself not just as a messaging platform but as a facilitator of emotional connections, making it easier for users to convey their feelings in a lively and colorful manner. As users engage with these new tools, they may find that expressing gratitude and celebrating special moments becomes a delightful part of their daily communication.
