WhatsApp is bringing username feature, why has India asked it to pause username rollout? Explained

After years of relying on phone numbers as the only way to connect, WhatsApp is now rolling out an update that allows users to create userna...

After years of relying on phone numbers as the only way to connect, WhatsApp is now rolling out an update that allows users to create usernames. The update allows users connect using usernames instead of sharing their phone numbers. However, the Meta-based company clarified that users would still require a phone number to create an account.

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