WhatsApp unveils Holi stickers: Here’s how to download on Android phones and iPhones
However this time, the wishes on WhatsApp have increased as compared to previous years and everyone is wishing each other digitally. WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging platforms where people use stickers and gifs to send wishes to their loved ones.
Mar 29, 2021, 10:38 AM IST
WhatsApp rolls out a new feature, now lets you import animated sticker packs
This feature is available for use on both iOS and Android for a while now and the messaging platform is now allowing users to import animated images as sticker packs (using a compatible app) into WhatsApp -- just like users can already import sticker packs made of static images into the app.
Mar 27, 2021, 09:56 AM IST
Government to trace origin of WhatsApp messages through THIS new system
The government’s move is intended towards removing the false messages that are spread through WhatsApp and it is leaving no stone unturned to trace the origin of spam messages. WhatsApp is going to generate a unique alpha-numeric hash key for every message sent on the platform which will have letters from A to Z and numbers from 0 to 9.
Mar 23, 2021, 16:58 PM IST
WhatsApp to soon work without your phone
As per the WABetaInfo website, the screenshots shared by the tipster hinted that many features of WhatsApp Web like Delete for Everyone might not work for users once they join the WhatsApp Web Beta program. WhatsApp noted that there is an urgent need to update it to the latest version of the app to chat with the users enrolled in this program.
Mar 20, 2021, 16:19 PM IST
WhatsApp will soon let you change the playback speed of voice messages with THESE 3 options
According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is going to offer three-speed options to users for playing their voice messages. It has shared screenshots that show that once released, users will be able to play voice messages at 1.0x, 1.5x, and 2.0x speeds. This feature’s user interface is very convenient and can be easily used.
Mar 19, 2021, 18:48 PM IST
Planning to shift your WhatsApp group to Signal? Here’s how to do it
One such messaging platform is Signal that gained significance after the privacy policy controversy of WhatsApp. New Signal users have been facing difficulty signing in, which also includes moving old WhatsApp groups to Signal. Signal finally solved the issues, and here’s how to shift WhatsApp groups to the Signal.
Mar 15, 2021, 23:29 PM IST
WhatsApp Messenger Room: Here’s how to make video calls to 50 people at a time
A user can create rooms where larger groups can collectively be on a video chat by using the Messenger app or by opening the Messenger website in mobile or web browser. They can then send invite links to their contacts and group chats in WhatsApp so they can join these rooms, even if they don’t have a Facebook account or the Messenger app.
Mar 15, 2021, 21:43 PM IST
WhatsApp feature enables to stay in touch with family and friends, here's how to share location in simple steps
This feature will be really useful to many of us. Parents are worried about their children and wish to be updated with their location. This new feature from WhatsApp will be really helpful to such parents as they can track down the real-time location of their kids.
Mar 14, 2021, 23:00 PM IST
Here’s how to set custom WhatsApp wallpaper for individual chats
WhatsApp includes custom chat wallpapers, additional doodle wallpapers, an updated stock wallpaper gallery and the ability to set separate wallpapers for light and dark mode settings. This is available for both Android and iOS users. Earlier, WhatsApp users could set just one wallpaper for all chats including groups and individuals.
Mar 13, 2021, 10:31 AM IST
Want to see Instagram Reels on WhatsApp? THIS tab could help in better integration
As per WABetaInfo, the company will allow Reels inside WhatsApp “in a future update”.There is no clarity on the official date for the Reels support to arrive on WhatsApp, but this development comes after the company officially launched Facebook Reels in India, after testing it for a year.
Mar 12, 2021, 15:49 PM IST
Can WhatsApp kill Snapchat with THIS feature?
Currently, WhatsApp is giving a time duration of seven days for the disappearing messages which basically means users cannot set a custom time for the messages to vanish. Once the feature is enabled, messages sent going forward will automatically vanish for both parties after seven days.
Mar 12, 2021, 11:41 AM IST
Attention iPhone users! WhatsApp may stop working on iPhones with older iOS versions
Meanwhile, WhatsApp will also release an improved version of its archived chats. According to WABetaInfo, this feature is still under development. Still, sources told the website that WhatsApp is preparing some UI improvements for the Archived Chats cell that will only be visible after the user has chats in their archive.
Mar 12, 2021, 10:05 AM IST
Now WhatsApp will get password-protected, encrypted chat backups soon
The app will ask the user to confirm their phone number and select a password that is at least eight characters long. Earlier, WhatsApp has warned all users that while the chats are end-to-end encrypted, this protection does not extend to online backups on Google Drive and iCloud as that completely depends upon the cloud service providers.
Mar 08, 2021, 18:50 PM IST
Accept privacy policy before May 15, WhatsApp notifies users
Previously, when the updated WhatsApp Privacy Policy was revealed, the organisation asked users to accept it before February 8 which was later pushed ahead due to the "misinformation" or the doubts related to the update. The notification read, “The terms and privacy policy go into effect on May 15. Please accept these updates to continue using WhatsApp after this date".
Mar 08, 2021, 17:26 PM IST
WhatsApp video and audio calls on desktop to remain connected if phone gets disconnected
As per the new tweet from WABetaInfo, the WhatsApp desktop app will not “interrupt” your current call if your phone disconnects from the internet when you are already talking about the service. Multi-device functionality will also bring the ability to initiate calls and message conversations on WhatsApp Desktop, without an active internet connection on your phone.
Mar 07, 2021, 18:16 PM IST
Want to share the current location on WhatsApp? Here’s how to do it
Location sharing in WhatsApp happens in two forms- the Current Location sharing option wherein users can share their current location with an individual contact or in a group one time whereas the other one is the Live Location sharing option wherein users share their location continuously for a pre-defined period of time.
Mar 06, 2021, 22:43 PM IST
WhatsApp alerting users to accept updated privacy policy by May 15
WhatsApp drew sharp criticisms when it announced it will be changing the way it shares user data through its platform as part of its updated privacy policy. The updated policy is mainly meant for businesses using its platform, as per the messaging service.
Mar 06, 2021, 19:20 PM IST
Do you know WhatsApp has some lesser known features? Check these
WhatsApp comes with several features that intrigue its user base and further works in favour of the platform. Meanwhile, there are so many other features that are lesser-known to people. WhatsApp has more than 2 billion users worldwide. Still, people continue to use this messaging app for tasks like sending a text, sharing photos, and making video calls.
Feb 28, 2021, 15:27 PM IST
Want to switch to another number on WhatsApp? This feature can make you do that
Meanwhile, one of the most useful features of the Facebook-owned platform is the ‘change number feature’. WhatsApp users often plan to change their numbers and in that case, a user needs to insert the SIM card with the new phone number and activate WhatsApp.
Feb 27, 2021, 13:33 PM IST
Planning to delete your WhatsApp account? Here’s how to download all the data
When you delete a WhatsApp account, all the photos, videos, chats, and other data will be permanently removed from the platform. Over the years, WhatsApp has revealed several features which include the ability to archive chats, mute groups, and even star important messages.
Feb 26, 2021, 16:40 PM IST
