WhatsApp is a messaging and video calling app that is available for free on both iOS and Android devices. It is owned by Meta Platforms and is used by over 2 billion people in more than 180 countries. WhatsApp allows users to send text, voice messages, and video messages, make voice and video calls, and share files. It is simple, reliable, and private, and data is encrypted in transit. WhatsApp is available in 40 languages on iOS and 60 languages on Android.
In addition to the main WhatsApp app, there are also two business-oriented apps that were launched in January. WhatsApp Web is a feature that allows users to send and receive messages on their computer.
Regarding location permissions on Android devices, users can control which apps can access and use their devices location and when. For example, users can let Google Maps use their devices location to give them driving directions, but not share their location with a game or social media app.
