WhatsApp testing screen lock security feature for Desktop version

With more than two billion active users, WhatsApp is an undisputed leader in the messenger app service. However, it is difficult to maintain the lead as Telegram and Signal are giving stiff competition with better user privacy features.

Recently, WhatsApp too added more privacy-centric features such as options to hide profile photos, and online status, and leave groups without notifying the group members. Now, the company is testing another value-added feature for the desktop app version.

In the latest beta update, WhatsApp is offering the option to lock the messenger home screen on the desktop. The user will be able to lock it with a password.