WhatsApp will make terms of service optional in future, here’s how
Earlier this year, WhatsApp announced plans to renew its terms of service and privacy policy that would authorize users to share their personal information with Facebook when a user submits a WhatsApp Business account.
However, the failure of WhatsApp to communicate effectively with new developments has created widespread confusion among users, forcing the company to delay the deadline that required everyone to accept the new changes.
The company then revealed that it had pushed a deadline to May 15 and that users who did not accept the new policy on that day would start to see their WhatsApp activities gradually reduced over time.
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However, as the reaction continued, WhatsApp was forced to review the change, with the company later confirming its decision not to delete or reduce accounts. Now new evidence suggests that a Facebook-owned company may be making new terms of service optional.
WhatsApp Terms of Service
According to WABetainfo, WhatsApp will allow users to continue using the service as is the case even if they do not accept updated terms of service. The company now plans to limit this mandatory change to WhatsApp Business messaging.
In simple words, if you use WhatsApp to chat with your friends and family, you can choose to ignore the terms and continue using the app without attracting any restrictions. However, if you want to chat with business accounts, WhatsApp will need to “update and accept the WhatsApp update.”
The following message will be displayed when a user tries to send a message with a business account:
WhatsApp asks the user to accept the updated terms of service before sending messages via a business account. WhatsApp always maintains that its updated terms of service will only apply to users who send messages to WhatsApp Business accounts.
WABetainfo says WhatsApp plans to announce the new change in Terms of Service “soon” and that a future version of WhatsApp beta will support the change. WhatsApp has yet to officially confirm this new change.
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called Chat Filters to enhance the user experience. This feature simplifies the process of navigating through messages, making it quick and effortless. With the increasing volume of messages on WhatsApp, the ability to quickly access them is important.
The Chat Filters feature of WhatsApp helps users organize their chats better and focus on the most pressing conversations. The rollout of these filters has begun and will be available to all users in the upcoming weeks.
By tapping on these filters at the top of the chat list, users can sort their messages with ease. It offers three convenient options:
All: This filter shows every message or we can say a default view of all
Unread: This filter highlights conversations that require attention, displaying both marked unread and new messages.
Groups: It contains all group conversations, including Community subgroups, in one place. This filter is much-anticipated addition for organizing all group chats.
With the introduction of the Chat Filters feature, WhatsApp aims to improve functionality and ensure users can focus on their most important messages.
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WhatsApp is enhancing user engagement with a new feature that prompts users to invite their contacts to join the messaging platform. This feature appears as a banner at the top of the chat list and is part of a targeted campaign to increase the app’s user base.
It is currently available to a select group of users who have installed the latest WhatsApp updates on iOS and Android devices. The banner aims to remind users to encourage their friends and family to use WhatsApp.
This approach is especially useful in countries where WhatsApp users are less, as it serves as a visible and convenient prompt for users to invite more people to the platform. By highlighting the advantages of new features and a unified chat experience, WhatsApp is looking to attract more users and maintain its position as a leading messaging service.
The feature is expected to be rolled out more widely in the coming weeks. This new move indicates that WhatsApp wants to keep users informed and connected, using the visibility of in-app notifications.
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WhatsApp is rolling out a new beta update for Android devices, which brings a redesigned drawing tool. Users can identify the latest beta update through version 2.24.9.6, available on Google Play Store
The fresh beta update shows a new design that relocates the brush and color selection tools to the bottom of the screen. This change is particularly beneficial for larger screens, where reaching the top of the screen can be inconvenient.
Additionally, WhatsApp plans to expand color choices with a palette of 24 default colors, making it easier for users to choose and apply colors quickly. By placing the drawing tool in an easy-to-access place, WhatsApp will allow users to focus less on navigating the interface and more on their creativity.
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As the update is still in development, more details will be provided once available. Aside from this, WhatsApp is also preparing to release Contacts Suggestion features, revamped Status Updates tray, locked chats for linked devices, and more.
WhatsApp introduces Contacts Suggestion feature to start chatting with new contacts
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