WhatsApp is constantly evolving. While iPhone users wait for the long-awaited dark mode, another option is on the way.
A few months ago, an important privacy feature was announced. This is designed to prevent random additions to groups. Almost everyone has experienced this – you've been added to a group – often without being asked – and this is now set to end. WhatsApp allows users to control who can be added to groups. This allows permission to be granted to all WhatsApp users, only "Contacts," or "My contacts except...". If the user chooses the third option, they will receive a separate message with a link if invited and have 72 hours to decide whether to join.
How it works
The feature was originally supposed to appear much earlier - the reason for the delay is unknown. Since it is included in the current WhatsApp beta, it can be assumed that the function will soon appear in the final version of the messenger.
How it works: Open the settings within the WhatsApp app and navigate to the "Account" section. Tap "Privacy" and select "Groups" – see screenshots. (Photo by Denys Prykhodov / Bigstockphoto)
