Starting June 30, 2026, WhatsApp would roll out a global username reservation feature. This highly anticipated update would allow users to identify themselves with an @ handle without exposing their personal phone numbers, ensuring enhanced privacy. With a massive base of 3 billion users, this function would be progressively deployed throughout the year.
Sources indicate that WhatsApp is taking a massive leap in privacy protection. Starting June 30, 2026, the messaging app could enable global username reservations, allowing users to hide their personal phone numbers. Discover how you might secure yours and enjoy this fantastic new feature!
The messaging app with 3 billion users worldwide has enabled global username reservation. This feature allows users to identify themselves with the @ symbol without revealing personal data in groups and new contacts. Usernames range from 3 to 40 characters and can be reserved in Settings > Account > Username.
The world's most popular messaging app announced a new privacy feature that allows users to identify themselves with a unique username instead of sharing their phone number. Username reservations have already begun, with a gradual rollout for the more than 3 billion users worldwide.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
