Meta revealed on Tuesday that users will soon have the option to link their WhatsApp account to the Accounts Center, a central hub where they can manage connected experiences across Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Quest accounts, reports techcrunch.
This integration will enable users to cross-post their WhatsApp Status as Stories on Instagram and Facebook, eliminating the need for multiple posts. Additionally, it will allow users to log into several apps using the same account through the "Single Sign On" feature, which lets you use your Facebook login to access Instagram and other apps.
Adding your WhatsApp account to Accounts Center is optional and off by default.
Meta notes that your WhatsApp messages and calls will remain end-to-end encrypted if you choose to connect your WhatsApp account to the hub.
Accounts Center, which is found in the Settings section of Meta’s apps, was first introduced in 2020 as a way to give users the ability to manage their connected experiences across the company’s services.
Meta plans to roll out additional functionality to Accounts Center, such as the option to manage avatars, Meta AI stickers, and Imagine Me creations.
The company says it’s rolling out the WhatsApp integration globally, but that it will take months for it to make it available to every user. When the integration is available, you’ll see the option in your WhatsApp settings. You may also see the integration when you try to take action across accounts, such as re-posting your Status to one of Meta’s other apps.
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