Instant Messengers
Latest about Instant Messengers
WhatsApp plans to hold features for ransom until you accept privacy terms
By Brittany Vincent published
WhatsApp users will have to accept the messaging app’s new privacy policy if they want full access to features — here’s what you need to know.
WhatsApp killer upgrade just revealed — here's what's new
By Brittany Vincent published
The latest WhatsApp update lets users review their audio messages before sending them, but the feature isn’t available for everyone just yet.
WhatsApp could soon let you send disappearing messages — here's how
By Luke Wilson published
WhatsApp rolled out seven-day disappearing messages last year. The window could now be shortened to 24 hours.
WhatsApp tracking site spies on users — and blames Facebook
By Shabana Arif published
A site that tracks WhatsApp users' activity for the purpose of catching cheating partners says Facebook is to blame for letting it operate.
WhatsApp flaw could let anyone lock your account — what you need to know
By Tom Pritchard published
Your WhatsApp account could be locked by anyone -- all they need is your phone number.
Slack just backtracked on the worst idea ever
By Tom Pritchard published
Slack's made some changes to its 'message anyone' idea after people pointed out the potential for abuse.
How to switch from WhatsApp to Signal
By Emily Long published
Here's how to move yourself — and your friends and group chats — from WhatsApp to Signal.
Slack now lets you DM anyone — and that's a problem
By Tom Pritchard published
Slack is going to let people outside your organization message you. Here's what that means, and why there could be problems.
Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox.
Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve!