WhatsApp Introduces New Username Feature, Allows Chatting Without Sharing Numbers

WhatsApp has introduced a new and useful feature for its users, called 'Username'. This feature allows users to chat with others without sharing their phone numbers. This facility will be particularly helpful for those who want to maintain their privacy or have changed their phone numbers. Currently, this feature is being made available to Android and iOS users on a limited basis, but it will soon be rolled out to all users. Under this new feature, a username can be created for each WhatsApp account. This username will be linked to your phone number for sign-in and recovery purposes, but when another user contacts you through your username, they will not be able to see your phone number. This will keep your privacy secure and allow you to stay connected with others without any inconvenience. WhatsApp has stated that this feature is currently being made available to select users. Gradually, this facility will be extended to all users. Currently available on Android and iOS platforms, this feature will soon be accessible on more devices. If you also want to take advantage of this new feature, you can set a username for your WhatsApp account by following the easy steps given below. First, open the WhatsApp app on your Android or iPhone. Then, go to the app's settings. After entering the settings, tap on your profile name at the top. Now, you will see the 'Username' option in the profile settings menu, select it. Then, enter the username you want to use for your account. Note that the username should be between 3 and 35 characters, including at least one letter (English alphabet), and can only include letters, numbers, periods (.), and underscores (_). Once you enter a valid username, WhatsApp will automatically check if it is available. If the username is available, you can save it by tapping the 'Save' or 'Done' button. If the chosen username is already being used by another user, you will be asked to choose another option. By launching this feature, WhatsApp has taken into account both user convenience and privacy. This facility will be particularly useful for those who want to keep their identity secret on social media or have frequently changing phone numbers. This will not only keep your privacy secure but also allow you to stay connected with others easily.