According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is developing a username key feature. This feature will allow the user to set up a code ...

WhatsApp adds that “only people that know your username will be able to contact you.” Like phone numbers, every username must be unique for you to reach the right person.

While the username feature isn't available even for beta testers yet, its presence in WhatsApp's latest beta code suggests that the launch is imminent, 9to5Mac reports.

You’ve successfully locked WhatsApp on your phone. To test it, close and relaunch WhatsApp. The app will ask you to use your ...

WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will allow users to create a username for their account, eliminating the need to show their phone number when connecting with other users.

One of WhatsApp’s biggest competitors — Telegram — has already implemented usernames. It allows users to hide their contact information and provide their usernames.

WhatsApp is expanding where and how you can add and update your contacts list, with a goal of eventually allowing you to add new contacts using a username without needing a phone number.