New WhatsApp Privacy Policy plans: Here’s what users should be aware of

WhatsApp has unveiled its updated plans that it claims will help users to review the new terms and of service and much-contested privacy policy. WhatsApp had earlier decided to implement the new privacy policy in January. However, after facing backlash from users, the instant messaging application had postponed the deadline to May 15.

WhatsApp has now re-iterated its intention to update the privacy policy. However, they will be adding a few new features within the application that it claims will help users understand the new policy and clear the ‘misinformation’ around it.

WhatsApp is building new ways to chat or shop with a business on WhatsApp that are entirely optional. Personal messages will remain end-to-end encrypted, so WhatsApp can’t read or listen to them.