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WhatsApp adds new security features

Modupeoluwa Olalere by Modupeoluwa Olalere
April 17, 2023
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WhatsApp has announced new account security features that will give users of the popular chat app even more privacy and security. 

There may be more alerts if someone tries to move their WhatsApp account to a different device. There are also silent back-end checks that help stop malware on a device from affecting WhatsApp, and your security code verification can be done automatically. 

Read also: Global messaging App, WhatsApp announces fresh update

Details of WhatsApp Security Features

These features build on the end-to-end encryption that is already in place to protect personal texts from threats. 

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According to a news post, it reaffirmed its commitment to making sure that users’ privacy is protected when they chat and that they have full control over their messaging experience. “At WhatsApp, we think your texts should be as private and safe as if you were talking to someone in person.” 

End-to-end encryption, which is turned on by default, is the basis of this security, and we’ll never stop adding new features to give you more privacy and control over your messages. 

 

  • WhatsApp’s New Security Measures 

These three newest features are Account Protect, Device Verification, and Automatic Security Codes. These are three more ways to help protect users’ accounts. “A lot of this work is done behind the scenes without you having to do anything.” 

Today, we’re excited to tell you about some of the new security features we’ll be adding in the next few months.

 

  • Account Safeguard 

This feature keeps people safe by making sure they are who they say they are when they want to move their WhatsApp account to a new device. It says that from now on, WhatsApp users on older devices will have to confirm that they want to take this extra step as a security measure.

The function can let users know if someone tries to move their account to another device without their permission. 

 

  • Device Verification 

WhatsApp has added checks that will help verify a user’s account without the user having to do anything and protect them better if their device is hacked. This lets them keep using WhatsApp without stopping. Malware on mobile devices is one of the biggest threats to people’s privacy and safety because it can use your phone without your permission and send unwanted texts through WhatsApp.

 

  • Automatic Codes for Security

This feature makes it easy for users to check that their accounts and messages are safe and going to the right people. “Our most cautious users have always been able to use our security code verification tool, which helps make sure you’re talking to the right person.” 

You can check this by going to the “encryption” tab under “information for a friend.” We are rolling out a security feature based on a process called “Key Transparency” that lets you quickly check that you have a secure connection. This will make this process easier and more open to everyone. This means that when a user clicks on the encryption tab, they can immediately see if their private chat is safe. 

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Additionally, it says users have to turn on their two-step verification and make use of end-to-end encryption to enjoy a secure account and messaging experience fully. 

There are many things we can do to make security easy for everyone, but there are two features that only you can turn on: two-step verification and the use of end-to-end encrypted files. If you already use both, please tell your friends about them so that more people can take advantage of the extra security.

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Modupeoluwa Olalere

Modupeoluwa Olalere

Modupe is a tech content writer with 3+ years of experience turning complex ideas into clear, engaging stories. She covers innovation, digital trends, and emerging technologies. When she’s not writing, she’s exploring new tools or tracking trends shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem.

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