How to Hide Your Online Status on WhatsApp: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to effectively hide your online status on WhatsApp for better privacy.

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To hide your online status on WhatsApp, go to Settings > Account > Privacy. Set 'Last Seen' to 'Nobody' and deactivate Read Receipts. This stops others from seeing your online status, enhancing your privacy.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I hide my online status on WhatsApp without turning off read receipts? No, hiding your online status on WhatsApp usually requires turning off read receipts as well.
  2. What happens when I set my 'Last Seen' to 'Nobody'? When you set your 'Last Seen' to 'Nobody', no one will be able to see your last active time on WhatsApp.
  3. How can I check if someone has hidden their online status on WhatsApp? If you can't see someone's 'Last Seen' or online status, they may have adjusted their privacy settings.
  4. Will hiding my online status prevent me from seeing others' statuses? No, hiding your online status does not prevent you from seeing others' statuses, unless they have also restricted their privacy.