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WhatsApp Aims to Transform Into a Full Social Network With Birthday Alerts and New Features

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WhatsApp Aims to Transform Into a Full Social Network With Birthday Alerts and New Features
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דווח לראשונה בBehadrei Haredim · Jul 8, 2026

מה קרה

WhatsApp is developing birthday notifications and new social features to transform into a full social network, aiming to increase user engagement and reduce reliance on other platforms. The birthday alerts use birthdate data collected for regulatory purposes and will notify users within the app. Additional updates include usernames and a new interface, with a full rollout expected in the coming months.

  • 01WhatsApp is adding birthday notifications based on birthdate data collected for regulatory reasons.
  • 02The new feature will alert users of contacts' birthdays within the app, reducing reliance on external calendars.
  • 03WhatsApp recently introduced usernames and a new tabbed interface to enhance social interaction.
  • 04The app now highlights online contacts and includes a green dot status indicator.
  • 05Meta aims to make WhatsApp a comprehensive social platform for messaging, content, and social updates.
  • 06Birthday notifications are in early Android development and will launch in a phased rollout soon.

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