WhatsApp has begun to remind users of its updated privacy policy and it will take effect on May 15. The instant messaging service owned by Facebook updated its privacy policy in early February, requiring users to accept the new terms before February 8. The public, who strongly opposed the new policy, were outraged and postponed the implementation date to May 15. Now, WhatsApp users share on Twitter, and the service reminds them to accept the new policy.
Multiple users attended Twitter Share a screenshot of the notification from WhatsApp Reiterate its privacy policy, Announce Early February. WhatsApp seems to be reminding its users that if they want to continue using the messaging app, they need to accept the new policy before May 15.
Another user Tweet The screenshot shows the notification in WhatsApp in the “Chat” tab, which says “We are updating the terms and privacy policy. Tap to review.”
Then, it briefly described the new policy, stating that WhatsApp will not change the privacy of users’ personal conversations. It also reiterated that the privacy policy is effective from May 15, 2021, and users need to accept the privacy policy in order to continue using WhatsApp after that date. The notification can also be cleared without accepting the policy.
WhatsApp Caused an uproar from users When it announced that it would change the way it shares user data through the platform, as part of its updated privacy policy.The updated policy is Mainly used in enterprises Use its platform, according to FacebookOwn a messaging service, but if the policy is accepted, the app will be allowed to share user details, such as their phone number and transaction data. It also allows WhatsApp to share data with Facebook and its other subsidiaries.
If users do not accept the new policy before May 15, they will not have all the features of WhatsApp before accepting it. Users will be able to receive calls and notifications within a short period of time, but will not be able to read or send messages from the app.
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