WhatsApp indulging in anti-user practices, obtaining 'trick consent': Centre tells Delhi High Court
The Centre further alleged that WhatsApp went ahead with its revised privacy policy and it does not comply with the Indian IT rules for social media platforms. In a fresh affidavit filed before the high court, the Centre slammed WhatsApp for obtaining 'trick consent' from users for its updated privacy policy.
Jun 03, 2021, 11:53 AM ISTRemain committed to protect privacy of personal conversations: WhatsApp tells government
WhatsApp said that it has conveyed to the government that it continues to protect the privacy of personal conversations across India and ensure that the platform remains safe and secure for everyone to engage in. WhatsApp has clarified that people who haven't accepted the privacy policy after May 15 can still receive calls and get notifications, but they'll need to agree to the update to send messages.
Feb 19, 2021, 18:33 PM IST