WhatsApp roles out new security feature for its users across the World

ISLAMABAD – WhatsApp roles out a much desired security feature for itsusers.

Apple users can now lock their WhatsApp chat using their phone’s biometricsecurity.

The feature was first spotted by 9to5machlink and isavailable with version 2.19.20 of WhatsApp.

Although you can’t secure your messages on a per-chat basis, the new layerof biometric security should give the contents of your messages moreprotection even if your phone itself is already unlocked.

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To access the feature go to “Settings” –> “Account” –> “Privacy” beforeswitching “Screen Lock” on.

Though users will still be able to view WhatsApp notifications (should theychoose to display message previews) and quick reply within iOS, the fullapp won’t be able to be accessed unless the standard iOS authenticationprocess is successful.

The feature may be released on Android too.