WhatsApp will soon allow blocking messages from unknown accounts
What's the story
WhatsApp is in the process of developing a new privacy feature, aimed at enhancing user security. The upcoming update will automatically block messages from unknown accounts, if they exceed a certain volume. This information was revealed through the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.17.24 update, available on the Google Play Store.
Functionality
Safety from unwanted or potentially harmful communications
The new privacy feature is expected to protect users from unwanted or potentially harmful communications. The feature also aims at improving the device performance by reducing the influx of spam and unwanted messages that can strain the app.
Release information
Release date yet to be announced
The feature to block messages from unknown accounts is currently under development. A specific release date has not been announced yet, but it will be available in a future update of the app. This new feature is expected to provide an additional layer of protection for users of the messaging platform.