You can now make payments via WhatsApp in India

Facebook first conceptualised the WhatsApp Payments for India almost two years ago, but couldn’t get the statutory approval from the state-run National Payments Corporation of India as the latter had asked the company to first set up a local data storage center to protect Indian user’s privacy.

However, Facebook not deterred by the delay went ahead by launching the WhatsApp Payments service in Brazil early this year in June, as it has quite a substantial user-base in the South American country. However, within a week, the Central Bank of Brazil suspended WhatsApp Payments as it needs some time to analyse the service to preserve an adequate competitive environment in Brazil. Also, ensure it is safe and secure for customers to do hassle-free money transactions. Facebook is also testing WhatsApp Payments even in Mexico.