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Next WhatsApp usernames’ India hiccup; Zepto’s unusual legal structure Want this newsletter delivered to your inbox? Also in the letter Centre asks Meta to pause WhatsApp username rollout; seeks reply in three days What’s the concern Also Read WhatsApp’s stance Key things to know If a business already has your phone number, it can continue to reach you on WhatsApp using that number.
Switching to a username can make you harder to find, especially if the handle is not intuitive. Recruiters, prospective clients, marketing leads, or even new college and workplace contacts struggle to start a conversation if they don’t know your exact ID. WhatsApp’s voice and video calls on WhatsApp are account-based, not SIM-based, so those services will continue unchanged.
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