WhatsApp tests usernames in shift from phone numbers for privacy: Know more

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This feature, currently available in WhatsApp Android beta version 2.24.18.

However, existing contacts who already have the phone number will still be able to see it.

WhatsApp is also expected to introduce a chat theme feature for iOS in a future update.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: India

Topics: Instant messaging WhatsApp update WhatsApp news Beta version Technology WhatsApp Tech news Meta Android WhatsApp new feature

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Published On: 2024-08-22 @ 15:02:25 (8 hours ago)

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