Don't want to accept WhatsApp's updated privacy policy? Here's how to delete your account
WhatsApp had faced severe backlash over user concerns that data was being shared with parent company Facebook. People are choosing other alternatives like Signal and other messaging apps instead of WhatsApp for communication. So if you are looking to delete your account if you don’t intend to accept the privacy policies, then here is what you need to do before you delete your WhatsApp account forever.
May 09, 2021, 21:30 PM IST
Big update! WhatsApp scraps May 15 deadline for accepting privacy policy terms
In January this year, WhatsApp had informed users about the changes in its terms of service and public policy through an in-app notification. Users were initially given time till February 8 to agree to the new terms in order to continue using the platform.
May 07, 2021, 18:14 PM IST
WhatsApp privacy policy: HC seeks CCI stand on Facebook, WhatsApp appeals against single judge order
A bench of Chief Justice D N Patel and Justice Jasmeet Singh issued notice to the CCI that had ordered the probe and sought its response by May 21, the next date of hearing.
May 06, 2021, 11:27 AM IST
WhatsApp unveils a new feature for beta users, rolls out playback speeds for voice messages
Users will be asked to download the latest version of the WhatsApp beta app to get this new feature. According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp was seen testing various playback speeds for voice messages last month. Now three different playback speeds have been added for voice messages in an updated UI.
May 01, 2021, 17:01 PM IST
THIS WhatsApp feature will now show bigger photos and videos in chats
In a tweet, WhatsApp has revealed more about this feature and its functioning. Generally, photos sent on WhatsApp come across as cropped and one needs to open it to view the full image. Last month, WhatsApp came up with this feature for iOS users with the update version 2.21.71 in the App Store.
May 01, 2021, 09:37 AM IST
WhatsApp brings update for beta users, rolls out playback speeds of 1x, 1.5x and 2x for voice messages
According to WABetaInfo, the beta users can only use this feature and other users will have to register for the beta program through this link to try out unreleased features. Further, on iOS, there is a WhatsApp Beta programme as WhatsApp is seen to be testing different playback speeds for voice messages.
Apr 23, 2021, 15:24 PM IST
WhatsApp brings two major updates for iOS users: More prominent media previews and changes in Disappearing Messages Setting
When it comes to the Disappearing Messages setting, it has been enabled for all participants in a group instead of the admin. But admins can also control the feature by changing the Edit Group Info setting. The new update could be done in a phased manner.
Apr 16, 2021, 17:13 PM IST
WhatsApp Chat Threads feature available for select beta users on Android: Check how it works
WhatsApp Chat Threads is one such feature that will be launched later this year. However, the company has released this feature for select WhatsApp beta users. As per the website WABetaInfo, the Chat Threads WhatsApp feature is made available for a few beta users on Android.
Mar 28, 2021, 12:33 PM IST
Big blow to WhatsApp! CCI orders detailed probe into WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy
Notably, WhatsApp had asked users to either give their consent to sharing data with Facebook or lose their accounts after February 8. The policy was, however, put on hold till May 15 due to a massive backlash by the users.
Mar 25, 2021, 16:53 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
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
WhatsApp's latest feature lets you make voice, video calls from desktop, Here's how to use
The Facebook-owned messaging app announced end-to-end encrypted voice and video calls for its desktop app version. The much anticipated decision came as a big relief for the users, especially for those using the messaging app for work.
Mar 04, 2021, 19:29 PM IST
WhatsApp's update for iOS brings animation for voice messages, see details
The latest update is now live on the Apple app store and comes with minor changes to the instant messaging app. The new features include a new progress bar animation that has been added for voice messages.
Mar 03, 2021, 17:22 PM IST
WhatsApp to come with redesigned media footer on Android: Check how it looks
As per WABetaInfo, WhatsApp beta update 2.21.5.4 comes with the new feature called the redesigned media footer for the section that appears when you’re editing a media on WhatsApp. There’s an in-app editing tool that can be used to edit media before sending it to any contact or uploading it as a Status.
Feb 27, 2021, 14:06 PM IST
WhatsApp flexes its muscles yet again; says THIS on privacy terms effective from May 15
WhatsApp in its recent blog wrote, "Today we’re sharing updated plans for how we’ll ask WhatsApp users to review our terms of service and privacy policy. We previously encountered a great deal of misinformation about this update and we continue to work hard to clear up any confusion."
Feb 22, 2021, 14:51 PM IST
After privacy policy fiasco, WhatsApp to now offer more information update via 'banner'
Notably, Instant messaging app WhatsApp has asked users to either give their consent to sharing data with Facebook or lose their accounts after February 8. The policy was, however, put on hold till May 15 due to a massive backlash by the users.
Feb 19, 2021, 10:02 AM IST
New feature on WhatsApp coming soon: Here’s how to log out from the platform
If you look at the platform, it has been an essential part of everyone’s lives and therefore, it has become a threat to people’s personal space and privacy. Now, WhatsApp has come up with a new feature that allows a user to take a break from the messaging platform.
Feb 16, 2021, 17:56 PM IST
Read deleted messages on WhatsApp: Follow these tricks and know how to do it
A lot of its users migrated to alternate apps such as Signal and Telegram. Despite that, WhatsApp has certain features that could amaze users and one of them is WhatsApp deleting feature which can be read by a user if it's deleted.
Feb 11, 2021, 16:48 PM IST
WhatsApp to launch multi-device support soon; check the details here
As per the WABetaInfo report, this feature currently works without issues for both WhatsApp and WhatsApp Business and it is basically available on the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS but it’s not visible to public beta users yet. WhatsApp is also expected to roll out for Android.
Feb 09, 2021, 20:02 PM IST
WhatsApp rolls out ‘mute video’ feature; here are the details
Apparently, this feature, despite being rolled out on Android right now, will also be available for iOS users. The website which updates everything about WhatsApp mentioned the feature for the first time in November 2020 with the Android beta version 2.20.207.2 of the app when the feature was under development.
Feb 08, 2021, 16:07 PM IST
