WhatsApp not lets you reserve usernames
WhatsApp is introducing a new username feature that allows users to share profiles without revealing their phone numbers. While users can reserve handles now, the feature will officially roll out later this year to improve privacy.
Why it matters
This change addresses long-standing privacy concerns regarding the exposure of personal phone numbers on the messaging platform.
WhatsApp today announced a much-awaited feature: usernames, which will allow users to share their profiles without disclosing their phone number. However, WhatsApp will still require a phone number to make an account on the chat app.
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