WhatsApp Usernames May Let You Keep Your Phone Number Private

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By Tim HardwickMay 25, 2023, 10:07 am151 pts
WhatsApp appears to have a username feature in the works that could potentially provide people on the messaging service with an additional layer of privacy. As things stand, if someone wants to add you as a WhatsApp contact, you're required to share your phone number with them, even if they add you via the QR…

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