WhatsApp to allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers
WhatsApp will allow users to adopt unique usernames instead of phone numbers later this year, addressing a significant privacy concern. The app, which boasts over 3 billion users, has begun reserving usernames for users, who must provide the exact name for first-time contact. This new feature aims to enhance user privacy and limit unwanted interactions.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 20:35 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 20:40 UTC
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