WhatsApp Introduces Usernames to Keep Phone Numbers Private

WhatsApp is preparing to launch a new username system that allows people to connect without revealing their phone numbers. The feature, expected to roll out more widely later in 2026, aims to make private conversations safer and more convenient for users around the world. Instead of giving out a personal phone number, users will be […] The post WhatsApp Introduces Usernames to Keep Phone Numbers Private appeared first on TUAW.