New on WhatsApp: messenger tests nicknames in new update

O Whatsappone of the most popular messaging apps, is on track to launch a new feature that will allow users the option of using nicknames to add new contacts, instead of traditional phone numbers.

According to the specialized website WABetaInfo, the feature under development was identified in a beta version of WhatsApp.

WhatsApp plans to add nicknames soon

The new function should offer users the ability to create unique alphanumeric nicknames, similar to how it is done on other social media and instant messaging platforms, such as Telegram.

WhatsApp prepares to launch nickname feature – Image: WABetaInfo/Reproduction

Although the functionality is still in the testing phase and subject to change, if implemented effectively, it could bring significant benefits to the privacy of WhatsApp users.

Especially in those cases where users participate in WhatsApp groups where not all members are known, using nicknames instead of real phone numbers can help maintain awareness. privacy of the personal number.

New features being tested

WhatsApp is constantly testing new features, and those that perform well tend to be implemented in a future version of WhatsApp. application.

Another new feature being tested in the Beta 2.24.4.12 version of WhatsApp is the possibility of responding to advertisements or announcements in in-app communities.

In such groups, which are basically ‘read-only’, replies will only be visible to community administrators.

Currently, the feature is being made available progressively exclusively in the trial version of the messaging app for Android – Image: WABetaInfo/Reproduction

For now, this feature is being released gradually and only for the testing version of the Android app. It is worth noting that the features being tested may not reach the final version of the application.

New features go through an evaluation phase in order to verify their functionality, usefulness and compatibility before they are officially released.