Top WhatsApp privacy, safety features to protect user data

WhatsApp recently introduced new features to enhance safety for users on WhatsApp Web. The company had also introduced new privacy policy in the month of January which was received with a lot of criticism from users, including some high-profile celebrities. While WhatsApp delayed the requirement of accepting the new terms till the month of May, there are a few features that the instant messaging application offers with the current stable built of the application.

Here’s look at some of the features that can add to the safety of the user’s data:

Device linking security update: WhatsApp Web and desktop has added an additional layer of protection when you want to link your WhatsApp account to your computer. In order to link WhatsApp Web or Desktop to your WhatsApp account you will be asked to use your face or fingerprint unlock on your phone, before scanning a QR code from the phone to link your device. A notice will pop on your phone whenever a Web/Desktop login occurs, and the ability to unlink devices from your phone at any time.