WhatsApp Rolls Out View-Once Feature For Desktop & Web Users

WhatsApp reintroduces "View Once" feature for photos and videos on desktop and web versions.

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Disappearing messages feature already exists for text messages with customizable deletion times.

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Initially, "View Once" feature was limited to Android and iOS users.

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Previous removal of the feature from desktop and web versions was due to security concerns.

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Reintroduction of the feature is in response to public demands, despite initial security issues.

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WABetaInfo report provides details on the rollout of the feature.

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Supported platforms include Windows, macOS, and linked devices like iPads.

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Rollout is ongoing for eligible users, with some having received the feature in the past few weeks. Users are advised to update their applications to access the feature.

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