“WhatsApp Privacy Changes” | Newsfeed
“WhatsApp Privacy Changes” | Newsfeed
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/6/30/whatsapp-privacy
Publish Date: 2026-06-30 18:38:00
Source Domain: www.aljazeera.com
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WhatsApp is rolling out usernames to keep phone numbers private. The feature gets installed later this year, however, users are able to start reserving their usernames now. This change marks a new level of privacy for WhatsApp users who want to keep their numbers private while still chatting and joining groups with new people.
Al Jazeera’s @emmawithrow examines why WhatsApp decided to add the new feature and how it will impact privacy for users going forward.
Published On 30 Jun 2026
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