WhatsApp Username Feature Update: WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging app, has started rolling out an exciting new feature for users. The company has introduced an option to create and reserve a unique username. The biggest advantage of this is that you will no longer need to share your personal mobile number to chat or communicate with strangers.
With the arrival of this feature, everyone is curious about how to create or reserve a unique username. The process is quite simple; you can reserve your preferred name in minutes. Here, we explain how you can create or reserve your username on an iPhone.
How to create and reserve your WhatsApp username?
If you wish to reserve your username, follow these simple steps:
First, open WhatsApp on your phone.
Tap on the icon visible next to the ‘Chats’ section.
Go to the ‘Account’ option.
Click on ‘Username’.
Select ‘Create Username’.
Enter your preferred username. As you type, WhatsApp will indicate whether that username is available.
If your preferred username is already taken, WhatsApp will suggest similar alternatives that you can choose from.
Once the username is finalized, tap ‘Save’ and then ‘Done’.
If you have only reserved the username for now, it will automatically become active once the feature launches in your region. WhatsApp will notify you about this.
How to use your Instagram or Facebook username
If you want to use the same username on WhatsApp that you have on Instagram or Facebook, there is an easy way to do so.
To do this, go to your WhatsApp profile settings and tap on ‘Create Username’.
You will find options like ‘Use Instagram Username’ or ‘Use Facebook Username’.
You will then need to link your social media accounts via the Accounts Center. If the Instagram or Facebook username you want hasn’t already been claimed on WhatsApp, you can secure it immediately.
Keep these points in mind when creating a username:
WhatsApp has established specific rules for creating usernames that every user should follow. Your username must be between 3 and 35 characters long. You can only use lowercase English letters, numbers, underscores, and dots. The company has clarified that a username cannot consist solely of numbers. Most importantly, every username will be globally unique. Users cannot use banned words or inappropriate language.
Reserve your username without delay:
With over 3 billion WhatsApp users worldwide, there is a high likelihood of name overlaps. Therefore, as soon as this privacy feature becomes available on your phone, reserve your username immediately; otherwise, someone else might snap up your preferred name.
Please note that this feature is currently rolling out gradually to all users. If you do not see this option on your phone yet, ensure your WhatsApp app is updated. You will receive a notification within the app once the feature becomes available to you.
