Once WhatsApp's username feature is launched, you'll be able to protect the privacy of your phone number for new contacts.

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WhatsApp users will soon get the option of going by usernames instead of phone numbers, which will add a layer of privacy.

You'll be able to reserve the username you want starting this week.