WhatsApp launches silent new inbox chat.Woman holding iPhone with chat application WhatsApp on the screen.Credit: Tatiana Diuvbanova, Shutterstock.
The app now talks to you directly. What it wants — and how to make it shut up.
If you’ve just noticed a new chat pop up in your WhatsApp inbox marked with a blue tick, don’t panic — it’s not a scam, and it’s not a mistake. It’s WhatsApp itself.
This week, WhatsApp quietly rolled out a brand-new official one-way chat across Spain, the UK, and the rest of Europe. The move introduces a verified, read-only message thread that delivers updates straight from the source. Think of it as your own personal WhatsApp bulletin — minus the annoying notifications.
What’s it for?
According to WhatsApp, the goal is simple: keep users informed and safe. The new chat offers a rolling feed of app updates, security tips, and fraud alerts — no digging around on websites or tech blogs required.
It’s official, verified, and locked down — users can’t respond, react, or interact.
Better still, the chat arrives muted by default, so it won’t buzz in the middle of your meeting or interrupt your dinner with a message about two-factor authentication.
What it won’t do
Importantly, WhatsApp has made it clear this new feature won’t ask you for passwords, payments, or personal details — ever. If you get a message like that, it’s not the real deal.
This channel is strictly for updates and tips. No requests, no nonsense, and no sneaky upselling. Just bite-sized safety info in plain English.
Can I turn direct messages from WhatsApp off?
Yes. If it’s not your cup of tea, you can simply archive it or delete it. The chat is there if you want it — and gone if you don’t.
No pressure.
Why it matters
Let’s face it — most people don’t keep up with app updates unless something breaks. So this new approach is a clever way for WhatsApp to keep users clued in, especially when it comes to rising online scams and phishing tricks.
The bottom line
This isn’t a marketing ploy, a bug, or a backdoor. It’s just WhatsApp doing what it probably should’ve done years ago — giving you the important stuff, fast, and letting you decide if you want to read it.
So when you see that new blue-tick chat from WhatsApp, you’ve got options: read it, bin it, or ignore it entirely.
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