WhatsApp is using its story-like feature, called Status Messages, to reassure users about its privacy measures in an attempt to debunk misconceptions.
The Facebook-owned app has started posting status messages about its commitment to user privacy, as reported by The Verge.
“There has been a lot of misinformation and confusion surrounding our recent update and we want to help everyone understand the facts behind how WhatsApp protects people’s privacy and security,” said a WhatsApp spokesperson. The Verge.
“In the future, we will provide updates to people on the Status tab so that people hear directly from WhatsApp. Our first update reaffirms that WhatsApp cannot see your personal messages, and neither can Facebook, because they are protected by end-to-end encryption. “
The platform has reiterated that it cannot read or listen to users’ personal conversations as they are protected with end-to-end encryption.
This comes as WhatsApp recently delayed its new privacy policy as thousands of users are switching to rival apps like Signal and Telegram. WhatsApp notes that this update does not expand its ability to share data with Facebook.
“With these updates, none of that is changing. Instead, the update includes new options that people will have to send messages to a company on WhatsApp and provides greater transparency on how we collect and use data, “the company described previously.
Originally, the policy was supposed to go into effect on February 8, and users had to agree to it to continue using the app. The date has been extended to May 15.
Source: The edge
