WhatsApp, part of the meta-app family, is back with more updates, this time focusing on improving user privacy and providing more transparency regarding it.
A new entry that allows easier access to the privacy check
The latest beta versions of WhatsApp for iOS and Android have introduced a new way to access the Privacy Checkup screen. Some beta testers are already seeing a new option at the bottom of their privacy settings to quickly open the Checkup feature. The Privacy Checkup feature is designed to guide users through several steps to customize their privacy settings to their preferences. It usually highlights important aspects such as who can see your profile photo, last seen status and about information, and who can add you to groups.
You may soon be able to open the Privacy Check screen from a new entry point on Android (first image) and iOS (second image). | Image credit – WABetaInfo
The new placement means the Privacy Check feature is now front and center, making it super easy to find and customize your privacy settings to your liking. As mentioned, some beta testers are already trying it out, and more users are expected to gain access in the next few days. In my opinion, offering users more options to customize their privacy settings is definitely a step in the right direction, especially when it comes to meta. The company has faced a lot of backlash over its data collection practices over the years. This update feels like a positive step that gives you more control over your privacy settings and how your information is handled.
In other WhatsApp news, the app is gearing up to launch a feature that will let you block messages from unknown contacts, and it’s also working on a voice chat mode for Meta AI, the company’s free AI assistant accessible through apps like Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp.
