The beta rollout for Phone Number Privacy will occur in waves, so users should expect a delay in availability on their devices after installation. While the official launch date remains undisclosed, the presence of the feature in the beta phase suggests that its release is imminent.
Future Plans for Phone Number Privacy
WhatsApp’s efforts to prioritize user privacy may not end with community groups. According to WABetaInfo, the company plans to extend this feature to other groups on the platform. Specific details on which groups will receive this enhancement remain undisclosed, but users anticipate the potential for more widespread anonymity across smaller WhatsApp groups as well.