WhatsApp tests new features; Replace phone numbers with usernames: What it means for users?
WhatsApp will offer three privacy settings: "Username," "Phone number," and "Username with PIN."By selecting the "Username" option, users can keep their phone numbers hidden, displaying only a username to others. However, it is important to note that existing contacts who already have your phone number will still be able to see it.
New contacts, however, will only view your username in the profile section.The third option, "Username with PIN," introduces a four-digit PIN that users can share with specific people. Only those who have this PIN will be able to connect with the user on WhatsApp.
While this feature is designed to give users more control over their privacy, there is a potential drawback. Contacts who already have your phone number can still message you, even if the PIN feature is activated.Described as an optional tool, this feature aims to empower users by giving them greater control over who can initially contact them through WhatsApp.
Currently, this feature can be accessed by WhatsApp Android beta version 2.24.18.2 users who can test it out. However, stable Android users will need to wait until the feature is rolled out in a future update.Additionally, WhatsApp is also expected to roll out a feature that would let users show their appreciation for status updates with a quick "like" reaction.
This feature, similar to Instagram's story likes, aims to make it easier for users to acknowledge and interact with content shared by their contacts.Reports from WABetaInfo indicate that the like reaction feature is currently undergoing testing with public beta users and has been in the works for a while. To like a status update, users can tap a heart emoji icon positioned at the bottom left corner of the screen while
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