Chatting on WhatsApp without sharing your number, the company is preparing to bring a feature similar to Instagram.

WhatsApp New Upcoming Feature: WhatsApp is working on a new feature. This feature will be based on Instagram-like usernames. This will allow people to start chatting without sharing their mobile numbers. Currently, this feature is only available to select beta testers, but it will soon be rolled out worldwide.

WhatsApp New Upcoming Feature: The world's popular messaging platform, WhatsApp, is working on a new feature. This upcoming feature could change the way people connect. The company is now preparing to introduce unique usernames, similar to those on Instagram. This means you can chat with others without sharing your mobile number. This feature has been in development for quite some time and has now been spotted in WhatsApp's latest Android beta version (2.25.28.12). Let's explain this feature in more detail.

What is WhatsApp's new username feature?

WhatsApp is now working on a new username feature. According to a report by WABetaInfo, users will be able to create and reserve their username directly from their profile settings. This means that you no longer need to share your mobile number to start a chat. Simply tell the other person your username and start chatting, just like on Instagram or Facebook. This new system will make WhatsApp more private and convenient, especially for those who don't want to share their personal number in business or online conversations.

These rules must be followed when creating usernames:

A username can never start with "www." to avoid looking like a web link.

It must contain at least one letter.

Numbers and underscores (_) can also be used.

These rules are designed to keep usernames unique and easy to use. Once you've set your username, others will be able to find you and start chatting without needing your phone number.

Beta testing ongoing

Currently, this feature is only in beta testing. Only a select few Android users have had the opportunity to try it. It hasn't yet reached all users in the Google Play Beta Program. According to reports, WhatsApp will soon release this username feature to more beta testers, and then it will be gradually rolled out worldwide.