WhatsApp has introduced a new feature prioritizing user privacy and security: "Locked Chats." This feature allows users to lock individual and group chats, ensuring enhanced privacy and security. Once locked, these chats disappear from the main chat list and are only accessible via the chat lock.
WhatsApp's New Feature for Enhanced Privacy
In today's digital age, privacy is paramount. WhatsApp has introduced several new features to maintain user confidentiality, one of which is "Chat Lock." This feature aims to help users safeguard sensitive messages and group chats. Now, you can protect your privacy by locking any chat.
If you frequently share your phone and want to prevent unauthorized access to your private conversations, this feature is highly beneficial.
How to Lock a Chat
• Open the WhatsApp app.
• Tap and hold the chat you wish to lock.
• Tap the three dots (menu) in the upper right corner of the screen.
• Select the "Lock Chat" option.
The chat will then appear at the top of the Locked Chats section. To access this chat, you'll need to tap on Locked Chats and enter your passcode or biometric data.
How to Unlock a Chat
• Follow the steps outlined above.
• Select the "Unlock Chat" option.
• Your chat will then reappear in the regular chats section.
How to Set a Secret Code
WhatsApp users can now set a secret code to further enhance the security of their locked chats. This feature adds an extra layer of security to your locked chats, as this code is separate from your device passcode.
• Go to Locked Chats.
• Tap the three dots and click on the "Secret Code" option.
• Set a new secret code and confirm it.
Important Notes Regarding WhatsApp Locked Chats
• No impact on calls: If you've locked a chat, you can still receive calls from that contact. Locking only affects chats; calls remain unaffected.
• Applies to linked devices: Locking a chat applies to all linked devices, ensuring your locked chats are secure across all your devices.
• Unlock to save media: To save media (like photos or videos) from locked chats to your gallery, you must first unlock the chat. Unlocking the chat is necessary to save media to the gallery.
This new WhatsApp feature will help users enhance their privacy, particularly those who wish to secure their sensitive chats.
