WhatsApp recently announced a major update, whereby users will now be able to save their contacts from within the app itself. The new feature aims to make it easier for users to keep contacts safe, even if they lose their phone or connect a new device to their number.
NEW WAY TO SAVE CONTACTS
Earlier, WhatsApp was completely dependent on users’ phone contact book. When a new person sends a message, their information is stored only on the device that received the message. But now, after this update, users will be able to store their contacts in WhatsApp’s secure cloud storage, which means that these contacts will be available on any device, be it mobile, Be it WhatsApp web, or the Windows app.
Advantage of Cloud Storage
The best feature of this feature is that if your phone is lost or you use a new device, all your contacts will be safe. Contacts saved in WhatsApp Cloud Storage will be available to you anytime and on any device. Along with this, you will also get the option to sync these contacts with your mobile devices.
Completion of last year’s update
This update is in addition to the feature that WhatsApp introduced last year, whereby you can log into two different WhatsApp accounts on the same device. This feature is especially beneficial for those who want to keep personal and business contacts separate.
Privacy and Security Improvements
This feature is also useful for users who share their device with others. With this feature they can keep their contacts private and secure.
WhatsApp’s New Encrypted Storage Technology
WhatsApp has developed an encrypted storage system to secure this feature, called Identity Proof Linked Storage (IPLS). Through this system, WhatsApp generates an encryption key on the user’s device, which is used to keep contacts safe. Additionally, WhatsApp has partnered with Cloudflare to verify user directory changes and maintain data integrity.
New feature to save contact by username
WhatsApp is also working on another interesting feature under which users will be able to save contacts by username. This means that you will no longer need to share your phone number to communicate with another user, just like in Signal and Telegram.
Purpose of WhatsApp
With this new feature, WhatsApp aims to improve the privacy and convenience of users, so that they can enjoy a secure and modern messaging experience. WhatsApp is constantly striving to stay ahead of its competitors in the world of messaging and provide the best user experience.
Summary:
- WhatsApp has introduced a new feature through which users will be able to save contacts from within the app.
- Contacts will be available on any device through cloud storage.
- WhatsApp has developed an encrypted Storage System to keep contacts safe.
- The new feature will also provide a facility to save contacts by username.
This update will make WhatsApp more secure and convenient for users, and they can be satisfied with their privacy.
