WhatsApp has finally started rolling out a much-awaited feature.
The platform is introducing a “username” system, similar to Instagram.
With this update, users can connect and chat without sharing their phone numbers.
At the moment, this feature is available to only a limited number of users.
However, it is expected to roll out to more people soon.
No Need to Share Your Phone Number
This new feature focuses on improving user privacy.
Earlier, users had to share their mobile number to connect with others on WhatsApp.
Now, they can simply use a username instead.
This is especially useful for people who want to keep their personal number private while still using the app.
Create a Unique Username for Your Account
With this feature, users can choose a unique username.
Once set, others can search and contact you using only that username.
This gives users better control over their privacy and visibility.
The feature took time to launch because WhatsApp wanted to ensure a smooth and secure experience.
How to Set Your Username
Currently, the feature is in testing and available to selected users.
If you have access, follow these steps:
Open WhatsApp
Go to your profile settings
Look for the “Username” option
Create and save your username
After this, you can share your username instead of your phone number.
Rules for Creating a Username
Users must follow some simple rules while choosing a username:
It should not start with “www.”
It should not include domain endings like .com or .net
It must contain at least one letter
Allowed characters include lowercase letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), dot (.), and underscore (_)
Username length must be between 3 and 35 characters
What This Means for Users
This feature is a big step toward better privacy on WhatsApp.
As it becomes available to more users, connecting with others will become easier and safer without sharing personal contact details.




