While a lot of people were happy to see WhatApp now notifies you when somebody reads your messages, not everyone took so well to the change.
Well, fret no more – the newest version of WhatsApp for Android (version 2.11.44) lets you disable the new receipts under the privacy section of your settings menu.
It’s a small touch, but it’s nice to see WhatsApp giving users additional control after some initial backlash from those who wanted more privacy.
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The new version is currently only available on Android via WhatsApp’s own website, but one can assume an update will roll out to iOS and Windows Phone users soon.
➤ WhatsApp Lets You Disable Read Receipts, You Can Safely Ignore People’s Nagging Again [Android Police]
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