The platform of WhatsApp, which is an instant messaging app owned by Facebook parent Meta, is renowned for its privacy and security. It has a range of features, including end-to-end encryption, two-step verification, and biometric protection, that enhance security. Recently, the company has revealed its plans to introduce three new security features, which will add extra layers of privacy and control over messages in the coming months.
The three new security features are named Account Protect, Device Verification, and Automatic Security Codes. WhatsApp aims to help secure your account with these additional features. The company hopes that people will appreciate the increased security that these features provide, and more updates are expected to be announced soon.
- Extra Security with WhatsApp’s New Account Protect Feature
WhatsApp has introduced a new security feature called Account Protect that adds an extra layer of security for users who want to transfer their account to a new smartphone. When users attempt to switch their account to a new device, WhatsApp will prompt them to verify their identity on the old device as an additional security measure. This will help prevent unauthorized attempts to move the account to another device, and users will be notified in case of any such suspicious activity. The feature aims to ensure that only the rightful owner can transfer their account to a new device, enhancing the overall security of the platform.
For example, if you have purchased a new phone and you are now moving your data to a new device, you may be asked to verify your authenticity before you can transfer your account to the new phone.
2.Protect Your WhatsApp Account with Device Verification
As mobile device malware continues to pose a significant threat to people’s privacy and security, WhatsApp is taking steps to protect its users. The platform has introduced a new security feature called Device Verification, which aims to prevent hackers from exploiting users’ phones to send unwanted messages via their WhatsApp account. With this feature, WhatsApp will verify that the device is legitimate before allowing the account to be used on the new device. This added security measure will help prevent unauthorized access to users’ accounts and ensure that their WhatsApp messages are sent only from trusted devices.
WhatsApp has announced that it has implemented additional checks to authenticate users’ accounts without any action required from their end. These checks aim to provide enhanced protection to users’ accounts in case their devices are compromised. The new security measures will help ensure that only authorized users can access their WhatsApp accounts, adding an extra layer of protection to the platform.
3.WhatsApp Simplifies Security with Automatic Security Codes
WhatsApp has launched a new security feature called Automatic Security Codes that simplifies the process of verifying a secure connection. Previously, users had to manually check the security code verification by accessing the “Encryption” tab under a contact’s info. However, the new feature uses a process called “Key Transparency” to automatically verify that the user has a secure connection. This means that when users click on the encryption tab, they can quickly and easily verify that their conversation is secured without any manual checks. The feature aims to ensure that users are chatting with the intended recipient and their conversations remain private and secure.
