The popular chat app may introduce ads in the status and channels feature, excluding the main inbox.

Want updates from the world of advertising, media, and marketing as they happen? afaqs! has a new destination, check out our WhatsApp Channel.

With new privacy features, users can now access the latest fact checks and alerts.

WhatsApp Channels are a one-way broadcast tool and deliver a private way to receive updates from people and organizations that matter to you within WhatsApp.

Channels will be created in a new tab called Updates - where one can find Status and will be separated from chats with family, friends, and communities.