Whatsapp data restriction override

Question about WhatsApp for Android I sent this question to whatsapp: Why is the status downloading videos and images when on my data usage these are not enabled on wifi or mobile data Once you select a single status to view, all the statuses auto download, consuming data

request #*** Their response was ##- WhatsApp Support -##

Hi,

Thanks for your message.

We understand this may have caused confusion, but this is actually an intended functionality of the application and its features.

If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. We'll be happy to help!

Linda WhatsApp Support Team

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Which means that their application overrides your cell phone data restrictions, your data is consumed without your authorization. By viewing 1 status, all the statuses of your phone book contacts start downloading, even if you set restrictions