Big news for WhatsApp users! After a long wait, the popular messaging platform is set to roll out username support, offering users an alternative way to connect. This long-anticipated feature allows members to share a unique username instead of their phone number, enhancing privacy and making it easier to add new contacts.
Long-Awaited Username Support for WhatsApp
The first hint of the username feature emerged in 2023 | Image by WABetaInfo
Feature Already Rolling Out
WABetaInfo successfully tested the new feature | Image by WABetaInfo
Username Guidelines and Restrictions
- Usernames cannot begin with "www."
- Usernames must have at least one letter.
- Permitted characters include lowercase letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), periods, and underscores.
- Usernames must not end with a domain like .com or .net.
- Usernames cannot start or end with a period.
- Username length must be between 3 and 30 characters.
- Once created, users can share their username instead of their phone number when exchanging contact information.
