WhatsApp has announced rules for messaging with other messengers

WhatsApp is preparing to make changes to be more open and compatible with third-party messaging services. The app must adapt to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, which imposes rules on «digital gatekeepers». WhatsApp will allow users to interact with people who use other messengers.

Which will allow users to interact with people who use other messengers.

Opening the platform to third-party realities could jeopardize users’ security and privacy. WhatsApp will require third parties to use the Signal encryption protocol to implement interoperability. The app will accept other protocols, which should guarantee the same security standards. Third-party services will need to sign a contract before integration. It should be clarified that there is controversy over maintaining the proper level of privacy, security and integrity of WhatsApp. WhatsApp will provide more information in the coming weeks, but implementation of the feature could take several months.

While WhatsApp will provide more information in the coming weeks, the feature could take several months to roll out.