WhatsApp launches ‘Recent Contacts’ feature: what it is and how to use it

WhatsApp is gearing up to launch a new feature that will display recent online contacts, allowing users to easily initiate chats with people they have interacted with recently. The new feature, discovered in beta testing, is designed to enhance user communication by highlighting contacts who are currently active or recently online.

Enhanced user experience

The popular messaging platform owned by Meta is constantly updating its features to improve user experience and security.According to reports, the latest feature is expected to provide users with a faster way to connect with friends, family and colleagues with whom they can currently have conversations. Wabeta information.

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Featured contact list

While this feature won’t display a complete list of all online contacts, it will display a limited number of recently active contacts. This curated list will be particularly useful when a user selects a contact to initiate a call, providing insights into who is available for communication at any time.

The launch of this feature is in line with WhatsApp’s efforts to optimize its platform for enhanced and timely communication. By prompting users to reach out to their most recently active contacts, WhatsApp aims to improve the communication experience and make it easier for users to connect when they have time.

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In related news, WhatsApp has been making headlines recently for its aggressive efforts to combat abuse on the platform. In February alone, the messaging giant banned over 7.6 million accounts in India, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining user security and adhering to regulatory guidelines.

Active account management

Of the total number of banned accounts, 1.4 million were proactively removed by WhatsApp, demonstrating the platform’s proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential abuse. These actions are in compliance with the IT Rules 2021 and underscore WhatsApp’s commitment to creating a safer online environment for its users.

As WhatsApp continues to evolve and roll out new features, users can expect enhanced communication tools that prioritize convenience, accessibility and security. WhatsApp has taken another step towards simplifying and improving user interactions on its platform with the launch of the Recent Contacts feature.

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