Meta's popular messaging platform, WhatsApp, is rolling out exciting new features that will allow users to add and manage their contacts directly from WhatsApp Web and Windows devices. This marks a significant shift from the previous method, which only permitted contact addition through mobile devices.

Add Contacts Easily from Any Device
With this upcoming update, users will no longer be limited to adding contacts via their smartphones. Instead, they can quickly save contacts using their keyboards on WhatsApp Web and Windows. This feature will be extended to other linked devices in the future, enhancing flexibility for users who often switch between devices.

Save Contacts Exclusively to WhatsApp
In addition to managing contacts, WhatsApp will introduce an option for users to save contacts exclusively to the app. This feature is particularly useful for individuals who share their phones with others or those managing both personal and work accounts.

"Saving contacts to WhatsApp is perfect for maintaining a separate contact list when using multiple accounts or sharing your device," WhatsApp explained. This means that if you lose your phone or switch devices, you can easily recover your WhatsApp contacts.

Benefits of Saving Contacts Exclusively to WhatsApp

• Sharing Your Phone: Ideal for users who share their device with family or friends.
• Managing Multiple Accounts: Helps users keep personal and business contacts distinct.
• Easy Recovery: Contacts saved to WhatsApp will be retrievable even if your device is lost or changed.

Enhanced Privacy with Usernames

WhatsApp is also enhancing user privacy by allowing contacts to be saved by usernames. This new feature adds an extra layer of security, ensuring that users can manage their connections discreetly.

Meta has also introduced an encrypted storage system known as Identity Proof Linked Storage (IPLS). This system enables users to save their contacts securely and automatically restore them through WhatsApp.

"IPLS allows you to save your contacts and automatically restore them directly through WhatsApp," Meta stated.

These updates aim to simplify contact management and enhance privacy for WhatsApp users, making the platform even more user-friendly and secure.

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