{"id":1295895,"date":"2025-06-04T10:54:37","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T05:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1295895"},"modified":"2025-06-04T10:55:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T05:25:12","slug":"whatsapp-users-would-be-able-to-hide-phone-number-with-user-name","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/whatsapp-users-would-be-able-to-hide-phone-number-with-user-name\/","title":{"rendered":"Whatsapp Users Would Be Able To Hide Phone Number With User Name"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a significant move aimed at strengthening user privacy, WhatsApp is testing a username-based system in its latest iOS beta release. According to WABetaInfo, this upcoming feature will let users choose unique usernames, allowing conversations without revealing phone numbers\u2014making it ideal for interacting with unknown contacts or in group settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-07-31-at-7.26.59\u202fAM-1024x567-1-1-1.png\" alt=\"Whatsapp Users Would Be Able To Hide Phone Number With User Name\" class=\"wp-image-1295899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-07-31-at-7.26.59\u202fAM-1024x567-1-1-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-07-31-at-7.26.59\u202fAM-1024x567-1-1-1-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Screenshot-2024-07-31-at-7.26.59\u202fAM-1024x567-1-1-1-768x425.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How the Username Feature Will Work<\/strong><br>Users will be able to select a unique handle, replacing their phone number in chats. Each username must meet specific criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must include at least one letter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can use lowercase letters (a\u2013z), numbers (0\u20139), periods (.), and underscores (_)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Length should be between 3 and 30 characters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cannot contain domains (like .com), start or end with a period, or have double periods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Duplicate usernames will not be allowed, and handles already saved in a user&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/technology\/tech-news\/soon-whatsapp-will-let-you-hide-your-phone-number-behind-a-username-125060300245_1.html\">contact list will also be blocked from use<\/a>. Once a valid username is chosen, WhatsApp will display a celebratory confirmation screen, officially linking the new handle to the user\u2019s account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coming Soon to WhatsApp Web<\/strong><br>A similar username feature is under development for WhatsApp Web. This version will allow users to check the availability of their desired username and reserve it in advance of the official rollout. This ensures users can claim their preferred handle early, further improving the user experience across devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Boosting Privacy and Transparency<\/strong><br>The username system aims to offer more anonymity without compromising communication. Once a username is active, it will be visible in chats instead of a phone number. Additionally, when a user updates their username, a system-generated message will notify all ongoing conversations in real time, promoting transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><br>WhatsApp&#8217;s username feature marks a major shift in how the platform handles user identity and privacy. By hiding phone numbers and enforcing strict username rules, WhatsApp is aiming for a safer and more user-friendly experience. The feature is expected to roll out to all users in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant move aimed at strengthening user privacy, WhatsApp is testing a username-based system in its latest iOS beta release. According to WABetaInfo, this upcoming feature will let users choose unique usernames, allowing conversations without revealing phone numbers\u2014making it ideal for interacting with unknown contacts or in group settings. 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