(Image source from: Canva.com)

WhatsApp has introduced new features that make it easier for users to add and manage contacts, streamlining the process across multiple devices. Previously, adding contacts to WhatsApp was only possible from a mobile device by manually entering a phone number or scanning a QR code. However, with this new update, users can now add and manage their contacts via WhatsApp Web and Windows app. This feature will also be expanded to other related devices in the future. One of the key changes is that you can add contacts directly from your computer. Whether you use WhatsApp Web or the Windows app, you can now easily add contacts from your keyboard without having to switch to your phone. This feature is useful for people who use WhatsApp on multiple devices or prefer to use WhatsApp on their computer for work or personal messaging.

Additionally, WhatsApp is introducing a new option to save your contacts only on WhatsApp. This means that if you don't want to save certain contacts in your phone's address book, you can save them directly in WhatsApp. This feature is useful for users who share their phone with other users or manage multiple WhatsApp accounts on one device to separate personal and work contacts. Another advantage of this update is that if the phone is lost or the device is changed, the contacts saved in WhatsApp will be restored. This backup system provides additional security and convenience and ensures that your contacts are not lost in the event of a device failure. WhatsApp plans to introduce the ability to store and manage contacts using usernames in the future. This feature further increases privacy as users no longer need to share their phone numbers for communication. Instead, a username is sufficient. This is particularly useful in situations where you don't want to share personal information. This update is an important step towards improving user privacy and contact management in WhatsApp. More features will be announced soon.