Jan 7, 2021
By: Rounak JainWhatsApp has announced that it is updating its privacy policy
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The new privacy policy and terms of service will come in effect from February 8.
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Users have started receiving an in-app notification informing them about the new terms.
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The new policy includes how WhatsApp manages your data
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WhatsApp temporarily stores forwarded media on its servers.
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Undelivered messages are stored on WhatsApp’s servers for 30 days.
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WhatsApp will now share data with Facebook and its affiliated companies.
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Data that will be shared by WhatsApp includes your contact information and IP address.
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It is necessary to agree to these terms if you wish to continue to use WhatsApp.
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WhatsApp’s new privacy policies have resulted in calls to stop using the Facebook-owned app.
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Several WhatsApp critics, including Elon Musk have asked users to shift to Signal and Telegram instead of using WhatsApp.
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WhatsApp will stop working after February 8 if you do not agree to its new terms.
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