Whatsapp again postpones the strict application of its new privacy rules

Whatsapp, the messaging service owned by Facebook, announced on Friday a new postponement of the strict application of the new privacy rules that, according to critics, could expand the collection of data from its 2 billion users worldwide.

The Californian company had already postponed for three months, until May 15, the implementation of the new conditions of use of Whatsapp. This to the clamor of many users, concerned about the idea that the App does not share more data with its parent company Facebook.

Whatsapp said on its site that it would not directly cut off access to users who reject the new terms.

However, he indicated that he would continue to send them reminders.

According to the platform, the new rules change the way that advertisers who use Whatsapp to communicate with their customers can share data with Facebook.

But for its critics, such a change opens the door to a broader data exchange with Facebook.

“No one will delete their accounts or lose the ability to use Whatsapp on May 15 due to this update,” the platform said on Friday.

But users will receive “persistent” reminders about the new policy. Plus, they’ll risk losing features over time if they don’t agree to the new terms.

But users will receive “persistent” reminders about the new policy. Plus, they’ll risk losing features over time if they don’t agree to the new terms.

They will also continue to receive audio and video calls for a while without being able to access your message list. After several weeks, they will no longer be able to receive messages or calls.

This setback regarding Whatsapp’s privacy policies has been described by Facebook as a misunderstanding of efforts to attract businesses to the platform.

But it illustrates the current concerns surrounding the tech giant’s privacy and data protection policies.