WhatsApp Promoted Channels, Advertisement in Status Launched Globally To Enhance Business Discovery
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WhatsApp has rolled out Promoted Channels and advertisements in Status globally, the company announced on Thursday. Users will now begin seeing these features in the Updates tab, enabling easier discovery of businesses and public Channels directly within the app. The messaging giant stressed that personal chats remain fully protected by end-to-end encryption and are strictly off-limits to advertisers. The update forms part of WhatsApp’s broader push to connect users with commercial content while safeguarding private conversations. With over two billion users worldwide, the move is expected to boost engagement but has already sparked debate among those wary of increased advertising. WhatsApp New Feature Update: Meta-Owned Platform Developing New ‘Settings Tab’ and ‘Choose App Theme, Icon and Color’ Features.
WhatsApp Rolls Out Promoted Channels, Ads in Status
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