WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps across the world. It recently announced new terms of service and privacy policy which has led to confusion among its users. The new terms are aimed at improving user experience and better protecting their data.
What Are The New WhatsApp Terms?
The new terms are mainly concerned with how WhatsApp processes user data and how it is used by businesses. It also provides information on how users can opt-out of certain features and contact businesses. The new terms also bring in tighter rules around data sharing with other Facebook companies.
WhatsApp has said that it will not be changing its data collection practices, but it is introducing some changes to the way it uses user data for advertising purposes. This includes more control for users over their data and more transparency about how their data is being used. Users can now access more detailed information about the kinds of ads they are seeing, as well as the ability to opt-out of certain kinds of ads.
Data Sharing With Other Facebook Companies
The new terms also make clear that WhatsApp will be sharing some user data with other Facebook companies, such as Instagram and Messenger. This includes device information, usage analytics and account registration information, among others.
However, this is only done if users have opted-in to sharing their data with these other companies.
Contacting Businesses Via WhatsApp
WhatsApp has also introduced changes to how businesses can contact its users via the app. Businesses must now have explicit permission from a user before they can send them messages or promotional offers through WhatsApp. This ensures that users have control over who contacts them through the app.
Conclusion
The new WhatsApp terms are designed to give users greater control over their data, while providing more transparency about how their information is being used by businesses. They also provide more clarity on how user data will be shared between Facebook companies, ensuring that users can choose whether or not they want to share their information with these entities.