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WhatsApp has agreed to be more transparent about its privacy policy changes after complaints from European consumer bodies. The messaging service will explain changes to users’ contracts and how these could affect their rights. WhatsApp also confirmed that personal data is not shared with third parties or other Meta companies, including Facebook, for advertising purposes. The move comes as EU’s lead privacy regulator, Ireland’s Data Privacy Commissioner, directs Meta to reassess the legal basis of Facebook and Instagram’s use of personal data to target advertising in the European Union.

Meta has introduced its first paid verification service for Facebook and Instagram users in Australia and New Zealand, with the goal of testing demand for premium features and generating additional revenue. The service provides users with a verified badge that protects against impersonation, offers direct access to customer support, and increases visibility. With a subscription price of $11.99 on the web and $14.99 on iOS and Android platforms, the rollout is expected to be gradually implemented, reaching 100% availability within seven days. Discover more about Meta’s new service in this report.