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| WhatsApp disables messages if you do not agree to the privacy policy |
WhatsApp users who do not agree to the updated Privacy Policy for Facebook services may not be able to send or receive messages via the app.
WhatsApp is preparing to change its privacy policy for some commercial chatting features.
The changes have received warnings for some users, but the service plan requires users to agree to the new policy.
The platform has sent emails to business partners asking them to comply with the new terms so that they can use all the app's functionality as of May 15th.
WhatsApp recommends users with an expiration date of May 15 to see policy changes.
WhatsApp does not delete user accounts that do not accept the policy update but do not have full WhatsApp functionality before accepting it.
Side says: You can receive calls and notifications in a short period of time. However, if you do not specify this short time, you will not be able to read or send messages from the app.
After May 15th, users can accept the changes. However, WhatsApp cautioned that the inactive user policy would continue to be enforced. It is generally recommended to delete accounts that are considered inactive after 120 days of inactivity.
It also informs users that they can export their chat history and upload reports to their accounts before May 15. It also includes suggestions for deleting accounts but cautions that the notice is irreversible.
WhatsApp has received strong opposition from users regarding the upcoming changes to its privacy policy.
These changes explain how the company chat logs are stored on Facebook servers. However, critics say they are collecting more comprehensive personal data from Facebook.
The user response has attracted millions of users of other messaging services including Telegram and Signal.
In response, WhatsApp began using its status feature to remind users that it cannot read its encrypted conversations.
As of 2016, WhatsApp's privacy policy grants service permission to share certain metadata such as Facebook phone numbers and device information with Facebook.
New terms allow Facebook and WhatsApp to share payment and transaction data to improve ad targeting as the social giant has expanded its e-commerce products and plans to integrate its messaging system.
The platform has been used by 2 billion users. Last month, implementation of the new policy was delayed by three months and its terms have been explained to users since then, although their statement does not clearly state the plan and who has not agreed with the terms.