WhatsApp Username Privacy Rollout | Privacy

Last Update: 09/22/2026 at 11:34 PM EST

Coverage from BleepingComputer, WTXL ABC 27 Tallahassee News, and others

WhatsApp is adding reserved usernames so people can communicate without revealing phone numbers to non-contacts, while keeping anti-impersonation controls and a gradual rollout.

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BleepingComputer / Sergiu Gatlan

WhatsApp Adds Usernames To Hide Phone Numbers

6/29/2026 • Consumer Privacy & Digital Rights • General

WTXL ABC 27 Tallahassee News

WhatsApp Adds Usernames To Hide Phone Numbers

6/30/2026 • Consumer Privacy & Digital Rights • General

CNET / Mike Sorrentino

WhatsApp Adds Usernames To Hide Phone Numbers

6/30/2026 • Consumer Privacy & Digital Rights • General