Meta announced a significant update in WhatsApp, which now allows you to save contacts within the application itself without affecting the phone’s agenda. In addition, this new feature makes it possible to synchronize addresses on all devices linked to the account.
It is important to clarify that this update is not intended to facilitate chats with unknown numbersa function that already existed. The real novelty is that it is now possible to save contacts only in the app, keeping them out of the phone’s book.
From WhatsApp they indicated: “We have simplified the way to add and manage contacts on WhatsApp, privately, from any device you are using.” As they noted, this change makes it easier to manage contact information.
How to save contacts exclusively on WhatsApp
To store a contact only in the app, The user must open a new chat, select “New contact”, complete the data and deactivate the “Synchronize contact with phone” option. In this way, the number will be saved only in the WhatsApp agenda.
On the other hand, if the synchronized option is chosen, any modification made on one device will automatically be reflected on the other devices connected to the same account.
Meta also anticipated that It will soon be possible to save contacts from the desktop versions of WhatsAppoffering more flexibility in contact management.
Advantages of the function
According to WABetaInfo, this function, already available on iOS and Androidit is useful for organizing contacts in the application without cluttering the phone’s calendar. This is practical in situations where you handle a large volume of numbers, such as service providers or salespeople.
Another important benefit of this feature is the ability to separate personal contacts from work contactsespecially if multiple accounts are managed on the same device. Furthermore, it is ideal when sharing your phone with others, as contacts saved exclusively on WhatsApp remain private.
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