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WhatsApp Rolling Out Username Feature to Bolster Phone Number Privacy
SecurityWeek
· June 29, 2026AI summary
WhatsApp is introducing a username feature to enhance phone number privacy. This feature is optional and includes a username key that requires a secondary credential for someone to send messages to users.
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