WhatsApp Introduces Usernames So You Can Chat Without Phone Numbers
You'll be able to reserve the username you want starting this week.
WhatsApp is launching usernames later this year, giving you an extra layer of privacy if you want a way to connect with a business or a new acquaintance without handing over your phone number. While the feature itself isn't available yet, WhatsApp is opening up username reservations this week. The Meta-owned messaging app says its opening up reservations early because with three billion users, it wants to give people the chance to pick the username they want.
To claim a username, go to Settings, Account and then Username. You can choose your own, and you'll be able to reserve it as long as it's unique, but you can also use the in-app generator. If you're reserving a username for an organization or a small business, or if you're a creator, WhatsApp will allow you to claim your Instagram...
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