In an exciting announcement, Meta has unveiled a highly anticipated feature for WhatsApp users.
After extensive testing on the beta version, this feature is now available to all users. It aims to provide enhanced chat security for individuals.
Despite WhatsApp’s existing end-to-end encryption, concerns remained regarding unauthorized access to chats if someone gained possession of an unlocked phone.
However, with the introduction of this new security feature, such worries can be put to rest. Let’s delve into the details.
What are the benefits of this feature?
The WhatsApp Chat Lock feature has been officially rolled out to all users, enabling them to lock individual or group chats.
With this new feature, only the user will have access to their chats.
To do so, users can employ either a device PIN or biometric lock, such as fingerprint or face recognition.
Furthermore, when a chat is locked, WhatsApp also conceals the contents of that particular conversation from chat notifications.
How does this feature work?
To utilize this feature, follow these simple steps:
1) Open the WhatsApp application.
2) Select the desired chat (personal or group).
3) Tap on the name of the individual or group.
4) Scroll down and locate the “Lock Chat” option.
5) Proceed to verify your password or biometrics.
6) Congratulations! You have successfully locked the chat.
This feature has already been rolled out for all users, and it will become accessible to all over the next few days.
If you do not see this feature on your WhatsApp yet, make sure to update the app to the latest version.
