WHATSAPP users are racing to reserve their new usernames after a major account update. The messaging platform is rolling out a new privacy feature, meaning you can message without using phone

WhatsApp’s new feature lets users connect without sharing their phone numbers and adds an optional username key, extending the messaging platform’s recent push towards stronger privacy controls.

Get ready to navigate a free-for-all of social media handles.

Billions of people around the globe use WhatsApp to keep in touch with family, friends, colleagues, and more. If you count yourself among that number, you probably access the messaging app on various devices, including your phone, tablet, computer, and ...