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WhatsApp
- the world’s most popular messaging app - just rolled out a new privacy feature that many users have been waiting for!
You can now hide your “Last Seen” status from specific people in your contact list.
Previously, you could only choose between Everyone, My Contacts, or Nobody, but now you can customize it even more - just like how you can set your Status visibility using “My Contacts Except…”
With this update, you have more control over who can see your online presence
. Whether you want to stay invisible to your boss, your ex, or anyone else, this new feature lets you manage your privacy with ease.
This improvement shows how WhatsApp continues to respond to user feedback, enhancing the app’s customization and privacy options.
Follow these simple steps to set it up 
Now those selected contacts won’t be able to see when you were last online - giving you more freedom and peace of mind.
Keep your WhatsApp app updated to the latest version so you can access new privacy tools as soon as they’re released.
This feature is currently available for beta users, but it will roll out to everyone soon. Make sure your app is backed up and updated so you don’t miss it!
WhatsApp continues to improve its privacy and security
. Even though the app is already end-to-end encrypted, these updates make it more user-friendly and trustworthy.
By regularly checking your privacy settings, you can enjoy chatting safely while keeping your personal activity private
.


Previously, you could only choose between Everyone, My Contacts, or Nobody, but now you can customize it even more - just like how you can set your Status visibility using “My Contacts Except…”

What’s New in This Update?
With this update, you have more control over who can see your online presence 
This improvement shows how WhatsApp continues to respond to user feedback, enhancing the app’s customization and privacy options.
How to Hide Your Last Seen from Some Contacts
Follow these simple steps to set it up 
Open WhatsApp on your smartphone.
- ☰ Tap the three dots in the top-right corner.
Choose Settings.
Tap Account → then Privacy.
Select Last Seen and Online.
- Choose My Contacts Except…
Select the contacts you want to hide your Last Seen from.
- Done!
Your new privacy settings are automatically saved.
Now those selected contacts won’t be able to see when you were last online - giving you more freedom and peace of mind.
Pro Tip


Conclusion
WhatsApp continues to improve its privacy and security 
By regularly checking your privacy settings, you can enjoy chatting safely while keeping your personal activity private

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