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WhatsApp Introduces Disappearing Voice Messages

The new feature, an extension of the 'View Once' option, allows users to send voice messages that disappear after being listened to once, enhancing privacy and security.

  • WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows voice messages to disappear after they have been listened to once.
  • The disappearing voice messages feature is an extension of the 'View Once' option that was previously introduced for photos and videos.
  • WhatsApp suggests the feature could be used for sharing sensitive information, such as credit card details, that the sender does not want to be retained in digital form.
  • The feature is rolling out globally over the next few days.
  • WhatsApp has been introducing a series of privacy-focused changes, including end-to-end encryption in Messenger and encryption for WhatsApp chat backups.
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