Whats(App) in a number? Usernames set to enter chat; global rollout likely in JuneWhatsApp is planning a major platform overhaul, introducing usernames and unique IDs instead of phone numbers, allowing users to send messa...
20 Mar, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
WhatsApp unveils supervised accounts for kids below 13; here’s how to set it upWhatsApp has launched parent-managed accounts for children under 13, introducing built-in restrictions and locked privacy settings for enha...
13 Mar, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Tired of WhatsApp spam? New update allows blocking users directly from lock screen; here's howWhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing users to block spam directly from their lock screens, streamlining the process of managing u...
12 Feb, 2024, 12.10 PM IST
WhatsApp introduces 'view once' feature for voice messages. How to send view once mediaWhatsApp has introduced a new 'View Once' feature for voice messages, allowing users to send messages that disappear after being listened t...
08 Dec, 2023, 11.00 AM IST
Want chat privacy? WhatsApp's new secret code feature allows users to lock messagesMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared the news, highlighting the new password functionality. Users can now hide locked chats, accessible only wit...
01 Dec, 2023, 02.41 PM IST
WhatsApp launches secret code for chat lockMeta-owned WhatsApp on Thursday launched secret code feature for millions of users, an additional way to protect sensitive chats on its pla...
30 Nov, 2023, 09.22 PM IST
WhatsApp working on secret code feature for locked chats on AndroidAccording to WABetaInfo, a new settings section might be available within the list of users' locked chats, providing them with the option t...
12 Nov, 2023, 08.31 PM IST
WhatsApp working on new 'Secret Code' feature to add personalised password support for locked chats; here's how it worksWhatsApp is developing a new feature called 'Secret Code' to enhance privacy and security for users. The feature allows users to set a pers...
10 Oct, 2023, 02.54 PM IST
Safe tech: Want to keep WhatsApp chats private? Here's a step-by-step guide to hide messagesWhatsApp has 'Chat Lock' feature that allows users to hide specific conversations with an extra layer of protection.
19 Sep, 2023, 03.46 PM IST
WhatsApp launches new feature to silence incoming calls from unknown callersWhatsApp said the ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ feature will give the users more privacy and control of their incoming calls.
21 Jun, 2023, 12.29 PM IST
Say goodbye to typos! Now edit WhatsApp messages within 15 minutesWhatsApp now allows users to edit their messages within 15 minutes of sending. The feature aims to help users fix spelling errors or inaccu...
23 May, 2023, 09.37 AM IST
Mark Zuckerberg announces new feature that lets users edit WhatsApp messagesUsers need to long-press on a sent message and choose ‘edit’ from the menu. This can be done for up to fifteen minutes after the message is...
22 May, 2023, 08.47 PM IST
WhatsApp rolls out new Chat Lock feature, now users can protect messages with easeThe 'Chat Lock' feature will help users lock messages, as well as the name of the messenger, revealed Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
17 May, 2023, 01.13 PM IST
Mark Zuckerberg announces new WhatsApp feature called Chat LockWhatsApp said this feature lets users protect their most intimate conversations with a password and secures them in a separate folder, and ...
16 May, 2023, 09.54 PM IST
WhatsApp will soon allow you to lock separate chats, will require fingerprint or passcode to get throughWhatsApp will let users lock any specific chat on the platform by using fingerprint, passcode or face lock.
03 Apr, 2023, 11.27 AM IST
Worried about WhatsApp chat’s privacy on desktop? This new feature will keep your screen safe from prying eyesThe new feature is expected to be rolled out with a future update.
21 Nov, 2022, 12.25 PM IST
WhatsApp to allow users to join missed call, adds biometric authentication using face unlockThe two WhatsApp features are currently under development.
26 Oct, 2020, 10.32 AM IST