To promote these new privacy features, WhatsApp has released an emotive video encouraging users to reach out to friends they may be concerned about. The video highlights the privacy-centric nature of WhatsApp by assuring users that their conversations remain confidential and offering suggestions such as enabling disappearing mode or utilizing the chat lock feature. By highlighting these features, WhatsApp aims to emphasize the platform’s commitment to user privacy and counter misconceptions, such as the notion that chat lock is exclusively for illicit purposes.
The new features are gradually rolling out to WhatsApp users, providing them with enhanced control over their privacy settings and reducing the disruption caused by unwanted calls. WhatsApp continues to prioritize user privacy and aims to offer a secure and convenient messaging experience for its vast user base.