WhatsApp may consider usernames over phone numbers.
Meta is developing a new feature for its well-known messaging program, WhatsApp. Using a username rather than your phone number is made possible by this feature. It should increase the security and flexibility of chatting.
WABetaInfo, a website that disseminates information about WhatsApp updates, discovered this new feature in the most recent beta version. Before new features are formally released, programs are tested in beta versions, which are trial versions.
They tested this feature in another beta version. The goal is to let you choose a username that’s easy to remember.
This feature is still being developed. WhatsApp is now adding PIN support to make it even better.
WhatsApp is developing a username PIN code function that will be optional. Users that desire it will be able to access an extra degree of security thanks to this. The PIN will assist in limiting unsolicited contacts from sending you unsolicited messages.
You cannot hide your phone number from someone who already knows it.
You have the option to utilize your username if you are just striking up a new chat with someone. This gives you greater freedom in sharing your personal data.
You can generate a PIN code with at least four digits after creating your username.
Someone will need to input your PIN to initiate a chat when they attempt to contact you for the first time using your login.
This lets you have more control over who can reach you and reduces unsolicited messages.
Not everyone can currently utilize the username and PIN option because it is still under development. It is anticipated to launch in a later update, though. This new feature on WhatsApp will give you greater control over how you communicate with other users and protect your privacy.