Starting this month, WhatsApp users will be able to hide their online status
India Today
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that will allow users to hide their ‘online’ status from everyone. The company has confirmed that the feature will roll out by this month.
WhatsApp is announcing new features every month to enhance the user interface and augment privacy features. Recently, the Meta-owned instant messaging app announced three privacy-focused features including screenshot blocking, hiding online status and leaving groups silently. The company has confirmed, that all three features are in the final stage of development and will reach all users by end of this month. But, we still do not know the exact rollout date.
One of the most awaited features is the online status hiding. This will allow users to hide their online status from whoever they want. The feature is expected to be available for beta users iOS and Android first and then head to global release. As per the WaBetaInfo website, the feature is in the works for web users as well.
The company has revealed that this feature is being developed for users who want to keep their online presence private. WhatsApp also confirmed that the feature will be rolled out at the end of this month. Reports suggest that the feature will be available for web users as well.
