New Delhi: WhatsApp has launched a new feature to select beta testers worldwide that enables them to lock their chats.
In the coming weeks, this feature will be available to more users as the company aims to improve privacy on the app, which has been a popular request from its users.
With the option to lock chats, users can unlock them using their fingerprints.
As per a report from WABetaInfo, the feature has been rolled out to a small group of beta testers and is expected to become available to a wider audience in the upcoming weeks.
How Will It Work?
To check whether the feature is enabled, users need to access the chat info. Once enabled, a new option called ‘Chat Lock’ will appear, and a ‘Locked Chats’ section will be added to the chat list. This section can be opened by unlocking it with a fingerprint.
According to WABetaInfo’s report, after a chat is locked, it can only be accessed through the user’s fingerprint, making it nearly impossible for others to open the chat.
The feature also offers an extra layer of privacy by preventing media files, such as photos and videos sent within a locked chat, from being automatically saved to the device’s gallery.
Additionally, if someone attempts to access the phone and fails to provide the required authentication, they will be prompted to clear the chat before being able to open it.
WhatsApp Allows Users To Run Same Account On Multiple Device
WhatsApp has recently announced a new feature that allows users to use the same account on multiple devices, expanding its multi-device capabilities.
Users will now be able to link their phone with up to four additional devices, just like they would when linking with WhatsApp on web browsers, tablets, and desktops.
This feature is particularly helpful for users who require multiple devices for personal or professional use and want the flexibility to sign in to their WhatsApp account whenever they need to use them.
As per a blog post by WhatsApp, every linked phone will connect to the app independently, ensuring end-to-end encryption for personal messages, media, and calls.
Additionally, if the primary device remains inactive for an extended period, users will be logged out of all companion devices automatically.
