Core Insights - The recent update of WeChat to version 8.0.64 has sparked discussions about the deletion of mutual friends and the visibility of interactions in the Moments feature, with users expressing mixed feelings about the changes [1] - The update continues WeChat's strategy of incremental improvements, focusing on social management, operational efficiency, and interface aesthetics [1] - A significant change in this version allows users to retain chat history even after deleting friends, which can be done through a specific setting [1] User Reactions - Many users have commented positively on the ability to forget past interactions, suggesting it helps in moving on from relationships [1] - There is a notable emotional response from users regarding the permanence of digital interactions, especially in the context of loss and the potential disappearance of accounts after death [5][8] Account Management - WeChat's customer service has clarified that accounts may be recycled if not logged in for an extended period, typically over a year, to ensure security [8] - If an account is recycled, all content, including Moments, profile pictures, and signatures, will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered [10] - Users are advised to regularly log in to maintain account activity and back up important data to external storage devices [10] WeChat Ecosystem - WeChat was launched in January 2011, with significant features like Moments and WeChat Official Accounts introduced in 2012 [10] - As of now, WeChat's ecosystem includes Moments, Official Accounts, Mini Programs, Video Accounts, and WeChat Stores [10] - From 2017 to 2021, Mini Programs saw substantial growth, with daily active users increasing from over 100 million to over 500 million, and transaction volume rising from over 500 billion to around 10 trillion [10] - According to Tencent's Q1 2025 financial report, the combined monthly active users of WeChat and WeChat reached 1.402 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3% and a quarter-on-quarter growth of 1% [10]