WhatsApp new features

Accept WhatsApp privacy terms or you will lose access to THESE functions – Check out the list

You’ll encounter limited functionality on WhatsApp until you accept the updates, though this will not happen to all users at the same time.

May 11, 2021, 12:43 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 testing 24-hour option for disappearing messages

According to WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp in Beta, the 24-hour option for disappearing messages revealed will be available in a future update.
 

Apr 26, 2021, 15:21 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

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

WhatsApp Privacy Policy: From deadline extension to what happens to your account, here's all we know so far

WhatsApp said they are moving back the date by three months to May 15 on which people will be asked to review and accept the terms.

Jan 18, 2021, 14:06 PM IST

PIL in Delhi HC claims WhatsApp violating right to privacy, threat to national security; hearing on January 18

A PIL was on Thursday moved in the Delhi High Court alleging that WhatsApp is violating right to privacy and is a threat to national security.

Jan 15, 2021, 14:08 PM IST

PIL in Delhi HC claims WhatsApp violating right to privacy, threat to national security

WhatsApp has recently updated its new Terms and Privacy Policy emphasising that users will be required to agree to the same or else they may need delete their account post February 8.

Jan 14, 2021, 18:30 PM IST

WhatsApp clarifies on new Privacy Policy: Can WhatsApp or Facebook read your messages? Check out 7 key points

WhatsApp updated policy has led to fear that now user privacy might be compromised.

Jan 12, 2021, 12:43 PM IST

Looking to shift WhatsApp group chat to Signal: Check out these 4-easy steps to do so

Based on the Signal tweet, users can follow these 4-easy steps to shift WhatsApp group chat to Signal.

Jan 12, 2021, 12:06 PM IST

Irked with WhatsApp privacy policy? Here's how to delete app and messages permanently from server

WhatsApp has updated its new Terms and Privacy Policy emphasising that users will be required to agree to the same or else they may need delete their account.

Jan 12, 2021, 10:27 AM IST

Your WhatsApp is public now, you cannot deny doing this either

WhatsApp updates Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and if WhatsApp users do not want to agree to the new privacy rules, they may as well delete their account.

Jan 07, 2021, 09:26 AM IST

Want to retain your WhatsApp account? Accept updated Terms and Privacy Policy or else your account will be deleted

WhatsApp updates Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and if WhatsApp users do not want to agree to the new privacy rules, they may as well delete their account.

Jan 06, 2021, 10:44 AM IST

3 new WhatsApp features that will kick in soon as we enter 2021

Instant messaging app WhatsApp will say hello to a few new things in the coming year. 

Dec 23, 2020, 11:08 AM IST

WhatsApp users either accept updated terms and privacy policy next year or delete your account: Reports

As spotted by WABetaInfo, a website that tracks WhatsApp, the Facebook-owned company will reportedly update their terms of service starting February 8.

Dec 04, 2020, 15:42 PM IST

WhatsApp working on new feature, to allow users to mute videos before sending

WhatsApp has also started rolling out advanced wallpaper features to more users.

Nov 19, 2020, 17:50 PM IST

WhatsApp launches disappearing messages feature, your chats get auto deleted after 7 days

In a one-to-one chat, either person can turn disappearing messages on or off while in groups, admins will have the control on the new feature.

Nov 06, 2020, 11:27 AM IST

WhatsApp may soon allow Android, iOS users to watch ShareChat videos in Picture-in-Picture mode

The Bengaluru-based regional language social platform ShareChat has a user base of over 60 million monthly active users.

Aug 07, 2020, 10:40 AM IST