Earlier this year, WhatsApp began testing limits on broadcast messages. Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed
WhatsApp is tackling its spam problem through a new feature to limit how many messages individuals and businesses can send to unknown users without receiving a reply, TechCrunch reported on Friday.
The move comes as the personal messaging app has now evolved to include groups, communities and business interactions. As a result, users are now receiving more messages than ever. Many have also raised complaints that it has become difficult to manage conversations and keep up with notifications.
Under the new system, all messages sent by users or businesses to non-contacts will count toward a monthly limit. The only exception will follow if the recipient re