Meta has revealed a fascinating update for WhatsApp: you will soon be able to use WhatsApp Web without a phone number. Meta is planning to launch a significant feature shortly: users will be able to use WhatsApp with a username instead of a phone number. Here are the details and what you need to know about this featureโฆ
The Freedom of Not Using a Phone Number Is Exclusive to WhatsApp Webโฆ
As you know, the requirement to use a phone number has spread across the internet and social media. Even for a simple website registration, you often need to enter a phone number. Among social media platforms, Telegram has been prominent in allowing users to hide their phone numbers. It seems Meta is aiming to counter Telegram with this new WhatsApp feature.
WhatsApp plans to offer users the ability to create a unique username, similar to other social media platforms. With this new feature, users can select a username that hasn’t been taken by anyone else. Unlike platforms like Discord, WhatsApp usernames will be unique and won’t contain any separating tags.
Even if you set a username, people who know your phone number can still find you on WhatsApp and contact you. However, creating a username will add an extra layer of privacy. Only people who know your username or phone number will be able to start a chat with you.
Currently, this new feature is being developed exclusively for WhatsApp Web. As the feature is still in development, it indicates that WhatsApp is continually improving its design. The latest updates to WhatsApp Web will bring a new interface and radical changes like username login.
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