WhatsApp introduces paid usernames for legacy accounts by December 2026
Resolves: Meta announces a paid tier or premium feature for WhatsApp usernames, such as verification or unique legacy account names, by December 31, 2026.
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WhatsApp introduces paid usernames for legacy accounts by December 20…
Market overview
To monetize the username feature, Meta may introduce a tiered system where users can pay for premium usernames or additional features like verification badges. This aligns with Meta's historical monetization strategies on other platforms.
regulatory prediction market
- Implied probability (Yes)
- 55%
- Closes
- 2026-12-31
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Resolution criteria
Meta announces a paid tier or premium feature for WhatsApp usernames, such as verification or unique legacy account names, by December 31, 2026.
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