WhatsApp is launching usernames: here’s how to reserve yours
WhatsApp is rolling out a username feature to enhance user privacy by allowing contact without sharing phone numbers. Users can reserve their handles now, though the feature will not be fully searchable to prevent spam.
Why it matters
It represents a significant shift in how users interact on the platform, prioritizing anonymity and personal data protection.
WhatsApp is introducing a new way to add and chat with contacts, without having to share your phone number. Usernames will be launching “later this year,” in a move to make the communications platform “even more private,” allowing you to keep your phone number concealed from people who aren’t already in your contacts.
The article is a neutral, informative guide on how to use a new feature.
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