WhatsApp collects minimal user data compared to other messaging apps. It knows your phone number, device info, and some usage metrics — but not your messages, thanks to end-to-end encryption.
Under laws like GDPR (Europe) and whatsapp number database CCPA (California), users have rights including:
Access to your stored data.
Ability to request deletion.
Right to download a copy of your information.
Settings > Account > Request Account Info.
WhatsApp states it doesn’t share your personal messages with Meta (its parent company). However, metadata like who you talk to and when may be used for service improvements.
You can request your WhatsApp account info by going to:
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