WhatsApp is clarifying its upcoming username feature amidst government concerns about potential fraud and impersonation. The company assures users usernames are optional and will not be publicly searchable. Existing popular names are reserved for legitimate owners. However, the Indian government has asked Meta to halt the rollout until consultations are complete, citing risks of scams and identity spoofing.
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