WhatsApp U-turns on limiting app functions for users who don’t accept privacy policy changes

Users who are still uncomfortable with the privacy changes may decide to delete their WhatsApp account and those who need help with this can contact WhatsApp. — Reuters

SINGAPORE: After delaying its privacy policy changes by three months due to an uproar from users, WhatsApp has done an about-turn and said it will not restrict functionality or ban people from using its app if they do not accept the changes.

The changes are related to users messaging a business on WhatsApp, which is optional, and also allow some WhatsApp data to be shared with parent company Facebook.