WhatsApp for Desktop Might Soon Get a Screen Lock Feature
WhatsApp already has the option for you to keep the Android or iOS app password protected. You can also choose to unlock the app via facial recognition or afingerprint scanner. And, we might soon get to see a similar feature on WhatsApp’s desktop version to provide added security. Check out the details below.
WhatsApp Getting Added Security for Desktop Users
Arecent reportbyWABetaInforeveals that WhatsApp will soon add the Screen Lock feature for its Desktop version. This feature is currently being tested as part of the WhatsApp for Desktop beta.
Thenew Screen Lock feature will require you to enter a password every time you access WhatsAppon your PC. So, this will help you keep your WhatsApp chats safe if someone else is using your desktop. The report includes a screenshot, which shows what this will look like. Although, since the feature is in development, some aspects of the UI are currently missing.
It is revealed that the passwords to unlock WhatsApp on a desktop won’t be shared with the Meta-owned messaging platform but will be stored locally. And, thefeature will also include fingerprint scanning on a Macas an added functionality.
In case you forget your password, you will be able to retrieve it by logging out of WhatsApp and logging in again on the Desktop client. This can be done by scanning the QR code via your smartphone.
The Screen Lock feature is in the works and therefore, there’s no word on when it will be available for all. We will let you know whenever WhatsApp plans on releasing it. So, stay tuned. Meanwhile, theapp has just got the ability to create pollsand now shows people’s profile photos in groups, a feature that was beingtestedpreviously.
Vanshika Malhotra
Started off as a stranger but tech is more like a good friend, thanks to over 5 years in the industry. While everything is attractive about tech, phones, social media, and quirky gadgets attract me the most. When not working, I find my solace in shopping and everything that concerns doggos!
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