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WhatsApp is launching a major privacy upgrade later this year: create a unique username to keep your real phone number hidden from new contacts. You can already reserve your handle now to snag your ideal name before it’s gone — especially useful with 3 billion users. iPhone users head to “You” > Profile > Create Username. Businesses and influencers can even claim their Instagram or Facebook handles. But beware: you can’t search for people by username — you need the exact handle. This privacy only applies to new chats; existing contacts still see your number. Plus, an optional “username key” lets you lock down access, preventing unwanted messages even if your username leaks.

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